Biography:Described by The Guardian as "the great British talkshow host" he interviewed dozens of high profile celebrities over many decades.
Parkinson was the host of his eponymous chat show from 1971 to 1982 and again from 1998 to 2007. He also ventured into other chat shows both internationally and nationally.
Born:March 28, 1935 Birthplace:Cudsworth, Yorkshire, England