Zippy

Zippy is our favourite children's character from kid's TV in the 1970's.
Well, that's not quite true. He's Tom's favourite character. This section is in honour of his unknown origins and status as a ... well .. a loud mouthed whateverucallhim.

Here he is in all his glory.






We've DJ'd together many a time and I thank God he managed to pull in the crowds and keep people dancing when my choice of reggae was lacking.



With both Tom and Zippy being great fans of David Bowie, it was only natural they hit it off when Zippy launched his Zippy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars Band.


Ok ok ok ... this is the one you've all been waiting for, the famous Twanger episode. Contrary to popular belief, it was NEVER aired. It was made as a Xmas party special for the cast and crew. Enjoy. And don't forget to pluck away ...



Don't let anyone tell you it was broadcast. It wasn't.

Shame, Huh?

This is Zippy and his cousin Zippo. Don't tell Zippy that you can't tell the difference. You'll never hear the end of it ...



"I'm ZIPPY!"





















Beware imposters (above right) .. they're easy to spot. Zippy only ever has one hand and is NEVER seen apart from waist level up. If you see more than one hand and anything from the waist down, you've been had, kid!

Finally, here's a quick test to see if you are Zipped up to scratch ...
Fake Zippy?



Or Genuine Zippy?


Real Zippy?










Or is this English actor George Cole in the UK TV 70's series Minder, trying to pull the wool over our eyes?