Comedian Jethro Dies At 73 After Testing Positive To COVID-19

British comedian, Geoffrey Rowe, popularly known as Jethro, has lost his life at the age of 73 after testing Positive to Covid-19.

The sad news was announced on his official Facebook page, with a statement reading: ‘It is with tremendous sadness that we announce the passing of the well known and popular Cornish comedian Jethro.

‘Tragically Jethro passed away on 14th December 2021 after contracting Covid-19.

 ‘Jethro leaves behind his life partner Jennie, sons Jesse and Lanyon, stepdaughter Sarah, daughter-in-law Stacey and of course his much loved grandchildren.

Born in St Buryan, Cornwall, Jethro’s popularity as a comedian grew during the 1980s and he made his first national appearance on the Des O’Connor show in 1990.

He later said that performance gave him a national profile and it led to other TV appearances and stage shows across the UK.

Just last year, Jethro disclosed that he would be retiring from live comedy.

He said at the time: ‘I think it’s time to hang up my Mic. It’s been a hard decision, But my memory has made it easier for me’.

‘I will honour all my dates booked in, but as of the end of December I will no longer be working my theatre tours’.