Plaque

Rik Mayall 2

Erection date: 14/11/2014

Inscription

{Plaque on bench:}
In memory of the man, the myth, the legend.
Dr the Rik Mayall.
Pan global phenomenon.
Equality, opportunity, wisdom, freedom & love.
"Barbara: love is the answer"

The wording of the plaque is a group effort. 'The man, the myth the legend was suggested by his daughter Bonnie. 'Pan global phenomenon' was used by Mayall to describe himself.
He was awarded an honorary doctorate by Exeter University and 'Equality, opportunity, wisdom, freedom & love', ( the five mantras of his life) were part of his acceptance speech.  'Barbara: love is the answer' was something he often said to his wife.

Site: Rik Mayall (2 memorials)

W6, Hammersmith Broadway, Junction with Queen Caroline Street

We revisited the site recently and noted that a lot of the 'tributes' (including the soiled underpants) have been removed.

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

This section lists the subjects commemorated on the memorial on this page:
Rik Mayall 2

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Rik Mayall

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