Barrymore: The body in the pool

Mantis Toboggan wrote: »

Michael Barrymore was a high profile comedian/presenter in England during the 80s/90s. Can't say I knew too much about him or this case.

I'm really showing my age then. That scandal to me is like yesterday.

He was a massive household name, way bigger than Ant n Dec, Simon Cowell etc - Saturday night TV and massively popular. Married but gay and could not cope ( you 'd not come out then).

If you were to write a how guide to self destruct, then this is casebook.

All before Facebook, Social Media.

Very damaged character- but very compelling.

I feel for the Lubbock family, the Dad has been campaigning for justice for many years and I hope the truth will out before he passes on.

I'm not sure Barrymore is involved in the death, but definitely self preservation is evident.

As I said above, I remember it all playing out, but seeing it all put together shows it in a new light. Barrymore is pathetic.

Just watched the program there now on All4 and I was in tears at the ending with Terry Lubbock in his suit visiting the grave. What an amazing man he is.

The Lubbock family coming up against the power of Michael Barrymore's money and keeping the fight for justice shows their courage.

The Police at the scene fcked up (again probably blinded by Barrymore's star) and then probably tried to cover up their own fck ups till they couldn't anymore. They know exactly who did it. Stuart didn't drown either.

It came across as obvious who the two guilty people are. On the third, I am not sure of being guilty of the act, but guilty for so much more. I cant actually believe Barrymore tried to blame the hospItal. And how he used the meeting with the Dad for his own gains.

The News of The World Guy who knocked at Mrs. Lubbock's door was a disgusting individual. The program shows how manipulative the press / media are.

I don't think this is over yet. There are too many guilty consciences out there. I hope it comes in time for the Lubbock family.

A tough watch and so desperately sad.

Wow, I hadn't heard of this one but definitely have the Channel 4 show on my watch list now!

From a quick google it looks like some new evidence has come to light this year. Very interesting above that it is noted that Barrymore was bigger than the likes of Ant & Dec, makes you wonder what would happen if this were to happen now and how the changing nature of celebrity and the impact of social media would play into things.

dublin49 wrote: »

50 year old charged with murder,hopefully the family will get the justice they have been seeking

Arrested, Not charged I believe. Police being very careful, even releasing Age (50) of suspect, Barrymore (68)

Seems extraordinary that with only 8 in attendance at this event, DNA evidence has not yeilded anything, it was an horrific assault and death and I just hope some justice can be found for the victims family.

I see Barrymore sued the police for wrongful arrest on this case.Revenge served cold comes to mind