Bob Mortimer has shared a heartbreaking update about his beloved dog Ted, a regular on the BBC show Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing. The 15-year-old dog, who often accompanies the comedians on their fishing trips, is now being pushed in a pram for longer journeys along the riverbank.
Appearing on Saturday Kitchen on 29 November, Mortimer revealed that while Ted still enjoys coming out with them and seems happy, he needs assistance for longer walks. Host Matt Tebbutt expressed sadness at seeing Ted being wheeled around, but Mortimer clarified that the pram is only used for longer distances.
Mortimer also teased the final episode of the current series, calling it “a beauty” and noting that the show makes the UK look “really pretty.” The programme, which has aired since 2018, has gained a loyal following for its gentle, scenic portrayal of the British countryside.
In a separate health update, Mortimer, 66, admitted he has ignored doctor’s advice to cut back on cheese after a triple heart bypass surgery in 2015. He told The Daily Mail that he would rather “have three years less” than give up his favourite food, despite being warned that 95% of his arteries were blocked at the time of the operation.
Last year, Mortimer also faced health struggles with shingles, which left him unable to walk and requiring a wheelchair while filming. He credited co-star Paul Whitehouse for looking after him during that difficult period.
