David Jason's famous brother who co-starred in A Touch of Frost and Darling Buds of May

Only Fools and Horses: David Jason talks chandelier scene

Sir David Jason is famed for his truly iconic role as Derek 'Del Boy' Trotter in Only Fools and Horses.

The BBC sitcom was first broadcast in 1981 and follows wheeler-dealer Del Boy and the Trotter family on quests to make quick cash, and eventually become millionaires.

Born David John White in 1940, the television star has been the epitome of British comedy and drama for years.

Sir David's roles have included playing Granville in Open All Hours, Blanco in Porridge, Pop Larkin in The Darling Buds of May, and DI Frost in A Touch of Frost, plus so many more.

However, it appears acting is a talent that runs through Sir David's family as he has a famous brother.

Don't miss...
David Jason's fury with BBC bosses over Only Fools and Horses 'sabotage'
David Jason's favourite Only Fools and Horses episode that always makes him cry

Sir David Jason played Del Boy for more than 30 years (Image: BBC)

Arthur White, 91, starred alongside his younger brother in several episodes of the police crime drama A Touch of Frost playing the role of PC Ernie Trigg.

Arthur, born in London in 1933, has also featured in several popular television series.

In 1996, Arthur starred in Goodnight Sweetheart which also sees Nicholas Lyndhurst, who played Rodney Trotter in Only Fools and Horses, playing the lead role of Gary Sparrow.

Between 1995 and 2001, Arthur portrayed Derek in the ITV series London's Burning before playing Albert Fogerty in Heartbeat in He also landed the part of Sidney Bickton in Holby City in 2006.

David Jason and Arthur White have both had successful TV careers (Image: Yorkshire Television)

Arthur's other television appearances include Doctors, Family Affairs Grange Hill, and many more roles dating back to the 1950s.

Along with starring alongside Sir David in A Touch of Frost, the brothers were spotted together in another popular show.

In 1991, Arthur starred alongside brother David when he appeared in two episodes of The Darling Buds of May as Uncle Pearce.

In 2010, the actor featured in the documentary 13 Hours That Saved Britain which examines the dramatic events of the decisive Battle of Britain.

Arthur talked about his experiences living during World War Two and living in London during the Blitz.

SUBSCRIBE Invalid email

We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy

window.topArticlesScript="https://cdn.images.express.co.uk/js/dist/article-top-articles20240903.min.js"

David Jason's famous brother who co-starred in A Touch of Frost and Darling Buds of May

David Jason's famous brother who co-starred in A Touch of Frost and Darling Buds of May

David Jason's famous brother who co-starred in A Touch of Frost and Darling Buds of May

David Jason's famous brother who co-starred in A Touch of Frost and Darling Buds of May

David Jason's famous brother who co-starred in A Touch of Frost and Darling Buds of May