Sir David Jason reveals the real reason he's addicted to work at 84

Heartbreaking Reason Behind Addiction to Work

Sir David Jason has opened up about his addiction to work at the age of 84, citing a desire to make people laugh and enjoy themselves as the driving force behind his refusal to slow down. The actor confessed that while some people are addicted to substances, he finds solace in entertaining audiences and creating memorable characters.

Love for Cartoon Characters

Despite his iconic roles in TV classics like Only Fools and Horses, Sir David expressed a particular fondness for playing cartoon characters like Danger Mouse. He revealed that as he ages, it becomes more challenging to remember lines, making animated roles a more appealing option for him to continue his creative work.

Plea for Reviving Sitcom

While hoping for more opportunities to voice cartoon characters, Sir David also made a heartfelt plea to BBC bosses to revive his beloved sitcom, Still Open All Hours. The actor expressed disappointment over the show's cancellation due to the pandemic and urged the network to consider bringing it back for one final series to tie up loose ends.