Tommy Cannon
Known for ActingBorn 1938-06-27Oldham, Lancashire, England
Oldham born comedian, Tommy Cannon (real name Thomas Derbyshire), is perhaps best known for his comic partnership with Bobby Ball. As the straight man to Ball, the pair enjoyed great success in the 1980s and continue to perform sporadically together to this day. Like Ball, Cannon has ventured into solo acting with several stage performances and a semi regular role in TV's Doctors. In 2017 it was announced that Cannon was declared bankrupt.
Known for
Finding Emily
2026 · as Bottle Opener Guy
Rik Mayall's Sketches: Rare And Unseen
2026 · as Self (archive footage)
The Boys in Blue
1982 · as Sergeant Tommy Cannon
The Best of Cannon & Ball
1985 · as Self
Mr. H Is Late
1988
Quails Quest: Its a Boy!
2005
Turtles
2006 · as Turtle (voice)
Rock On, Tommy: The Bobby Ball Story
2020 · as Presenter/Narrator
Cannon and Ball Live: Legends of Comedy
2005