Friends
The modern day Blackadder is linked with the descendants of the supporting characters in series 2-4 of the TV series. They are:
- S. Baldrick, the septic tank cleaner and part time dogsbody. The companions of Blackadders have always been Baldricks. Played by Tony Robinson.
- Archbishop Flavius Melchett, descendant of Lord Melchett and General Anthony Melchett. Played by Stephen Fry.
- Archdeacon Darling, aide to Melchett and descendant from Captain Kevin Darling. Played by Tim McInnerny.
- Lady Elizabeth, possible relative of Queenie (Elizabeth I of England). Played by Miranda Richardson.
- George Bufton-Tufton, descendant to Lieutenant George and possibly the Prince Regent George. Played by Hugh Laurie.
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Famous quotes containing the word friends:
“Age appears to be best in four things—old wood best to burn, old wine to drink, old friends to trust, and old authors to read.”
—Francis Bacon (1561–1626)
“When we enlarge upon the affection our friends have for us, this is very often not so much out of a sense of gratitude as from a desire to persuade people of our own great worth, that can deserve so much kindness.”
—François, Duc De La Rochefoucauld (1613–1680)
“The lack of closeness among friends is a fault that cannot be reprimanded without becoming incurable.”
—Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900)