Lionel Blair
English TV entertainer and dancer (1928–2021)
Lionel Blair was a Canadian-born British entertainer who made a significant impact on British television. Born in 1928, he went on to have a diverse career as an actor, choreographer, dancer, and television presenter. His charismatic stage presence and dancing skills made him a popular figure on British television, particularly during the late 1960s to the early 1980s.
Blair's television career was marked by his regular appearances as a dancer and entertainer, as well as his work as a presenter on various shows. Notably, he hosted the quiz programme Name That Tune and served as a team captain on the charades gameshow Give Us a Clue. Through his work in film and television, Blair established himself as a beloved and enduring figure in British entertainment, leaving a lasting legacy until his passing in 2021.