July 25th 2024.
Sue Holderness, known for her role as Marlene in the iconic show Only Fools and Horses, recently apologized for the distress caused to individuals who share the same name as her character. It has been 43 years since the beloved BBC sitcom first aired, and Sue felt the need to express her remorse for potentially ruining the lives of those named Marlene.
The 75-year-old actress, who played the wife of car dealer Boycie (portrayed by the late John Challis) from 1985 to 2003, shared that many people have come up to her, proudly declaring that they have a "Boycie and Marlene" in their lives. And it's not just limited to that, as they often ask her to do the famous "Marleeene" laugh from the show. Sue added that she has met individuals named Marlene who have been affected by this constant association with her character.
But it's not just Marlene, as Sue also expressed her pity for anyone named Rodney. She revealed that they often get called "Dave" due to a mix-up with Only Fools character Trigger's mistaken name for Nicholas Lyndhurst's role on the show.
Earlier this month, Sue also defended a controversial episode of Only Fools and Horses, titled "From Prussia with Love." The episode, which aired in 1986, followed Del Boy's attempt to sell a baby born to a pregnant German woman to Boycie and Marlene. However, at the end of the episode, the couple decides against the adoption when they find out the baby is mixed race.
Speaking on the Only Fools and Horses podcast, Sue shared that she didn't see any issue with the storyline. She also mentioned that at the time, no one was offended by it, and it was a moving episode. Despite some criticism, Sue believes that the show's legacy is still strong because of its family-oriented themes and the love between the characters.
Sue, who also starred in Only Fools spin-off The Green Green Grass, has had a successful career in the entertainment industry. Her other credits include Doctors, EastEnders, and The Madame Blanc Mysteries. Only Fools and Horses, which is now available to stream on ITVX, continues to have a dedicated fan base and is considered a timeless classic.
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