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Graham Cole has played PC Tony Stamp in hit television drama The Bill for nearly 25 years. Now he lifts the lid on his own life and reveals how he became one of Britain's best-loved TV cops. From growing up in London to patrolling the streets of fictional Sun Hill, Graham's story is witty and warm and reveals what life is like as a star of the country's favourite police drama.
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Actor Graham Cole has pounded the beat in ITV1 police drama The Bill for more than two decades and has won plaudits for his carefully crafted portrayal of dependable PC Tony Stamp, the television cop most like the real thing.
While on screen Tony Stamp has become a Sun Hill stalwart and the sort of old-fashioned policeman you would want on your side, off-screen Graham has worked tirelessly with the real police to make sure he's kept up to date with frontline officers.
Graham worked in the NHS as a porter before starting his acting career doing summer seasons and working in holiday camps. His television break came as an extra playing monsters in Doctor Who and appearing in episodes of shows such as Only Fools and Horses and Secret Army.
Later his skill at stage fighting landed him work as an extra in The Bill and it wasn't long before he was given a full-time job as area car driver and all round good guy Tony Stamp.
Now, in a witty and candid memoir, he reveals just what it's like to star in one of television's most enduring series, the key events he's seen during his time on the show and how he really feels about leaving after 25 years.
On The Beat is the entertaining autobiography of a likeable star who reveals the inside story behind the scenes of Britain's favourite police drama and the ups and downs of an actor's life.
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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
As we all know the actor Graham Cole who brilliantly played PC Tony Stamp for 25 years in The Bill has been axed from the show.
On reading Graham's book you find a real human being who went out with the real Police to perfect his role in the Bill and it paid off as he was a very believable police officer.
It was interesting to read things about Graham's life I never knew but I won't tell you what they are as you can read the book for yourself, there is no scandal or back biting just a very honest account of things on and off screen.
Graham will be sorely missed from The Bill.
On reading Graham's book you find a real human being who went out with the real Police to perfect his role in the Bill and it paid off as he was a very believable police officer.
It was interesting to read things about Graham's life I never knew but I won't tell you what they are as you can read the book for yourself, there is no scandal or back biting just a very honest account of things on and off screen.
Graham will be sorely missed from The Bill.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
What a story - written by probably the best-loved TV 'copper' since Dixon of Dock Green. Interesting, enthralling and very human in its approach, by a man who lived the East London way, aspired to his acting dream and achieved TV stardom where he is admired and revered by the public, and respected by his police 'colleagues' for the image of the British bobby that he portrays. A worth-while read, obtainable from Amazon with their usual fast and reliable service.
On The Beat: My Story
On The Beat: My Story
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Being an avid "Bill" fan I expected the contents to be more on these lines but found that it was pleasantly more about Graham which was equally interesting and a good read turning my interest and wanting to know more.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Excellent read
As a life-long fan of Graham Cole, I found this to be a wonderful read and a great insight into his life.
Published 11 months ago by G. P. Quigley
Bring Back the Bill
I had read the hardback edition of this book and purchased the paperback for a friend. I really miss the Bill but the memories revived by Graham Cole in this book are excellent. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Ms. Sybil Walton
Disappointing read.
Could have done with a little more of his Christian life. Purchased this book after listening to Graham Cole on a God Channel.
Published 13 months ago by Babylon
Boring !
I was so disappointed with this book - I like the character in "The Bill" and he is meant to be kindly and helpful, but this book is repetitive and badly written - the facts are... Read more
Published 20 months ago by jeni
On the beat by Graham Cole
I did this some time ago, but sanyway it was safely received in good time.
Published on 2 May 2010 by A. R. Simmonds
MOST EXELENT BOOK EVER
THIS BOOK IS THE BEST EVER I CANNOT FAULT IT IT KEEPS ME INTRESTED IN READING 10/10
Published on 24 Jan 2010 by Colin Carr
great read for bill fans
For any old school fan of the bill this is an excellent read. Not only an informative look behind the scenes but also a fasciinating insight into the man himself and what went into... Read more
Published on 22 Jan 2010 by C J Morgan
bought for the wife as christmas pressie
Wife asked for it as a Christmas Present and is thoroughly enjoying it.
Obviously as a long time Bill viewer it is a good reminder as well as an insight into him and what they... Read more
Obviously as a long time Bill viewer it is a good reminder as well as an insight into him and what they... Read more
Published on 31 Dec 2009 by Michael Busby
On the Beat - Graham Cole
This book was purchased as a Christmas Gift. The recipient was delighted and, whilst not fully read, the book is proving to be as good as expected.
Published on 28 Dec 2009 by Mr. P. J. Moss
On The Beat
This book is a most delightful and easy to read, it's interesting and witting yet sad at times for Graham. I really enjoyed it and could read it over and over again. Read more
Published on 20 Dec 2009 by Mrs. Marion Dunbar
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