Personal Life and Legacy
In 2000, 21 years after his death, a documentary was broadcast on ITV in tribute, called The Unforgettable Richard Beckinsale. It featured interviews with his widow, the actress Judy Loe, as well as his father, sister, closest schoolfriend and two daughters. Also contributing were his co-stars, Barker and Rising Damp's Don Warrington.
Bedford Hospital (South Wing) in Bedford, Bedfordshire has a ward, Godber Ward, dedicated to Beckinsale.
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