Spike Milligan was an extremely talented individual.

On many occasions when our paths crossed I would have the pleasure of talking with him. Without fail, he always had the ability to make me smile as a result of his quick-thinking humour.

He once said to me: "The world is too grey - a little eccentricity goes a long way."

I shall always remember this quote. Wednesday was a grave day because the King Of Comedy And Humour was no longer with us. He will be greatly missed.

-Lord Brett McLean, Seaside Road, St Leonards On Sea