August 24, 2020 - 19:41 BST Francesca Shillcock Detective series A Touch of Frost aired for nearly 18 years and produced 15 series, so it's safe to say the ITV drama was popular in its day. The programme, which aired from 1992 until 2010, starred David Jason as titular character DI Jack Frost along with other stars including Bruce Alexander and John Lyons. David Jason as Jack Frost
Given the show ran for many years, it's little wonder the actors involved look a little different now. Keep scrolling to see the stars of the show then vs now…Loading the player... WATCH: David Tennant terrifies fans in new Des trailer David Jason As well as taking the lead in A Touch of Frost, David Jason, 80, is also known and loved for playing classic character Derek 'Del Boy' Trotter in hit sitcom Only Fools and Horses and as Granville in Open All Hours. David began his career working as an electrician in order to get a trade before moving on to find work as a jobbing actor.
Arthur White Arthur White, 86, who is in fact the older brother of David Jason, played Ernie Trigg in A Touch of Frost. The role of Ernie was perhaps Arthur's most notable role, but the actor did also star in The Darling Buds of May, Heartbeat, Family Affairs and As Time Goes By over his career.John Lyons John Lyons, 76, played Detective Sergeant George Toolan in the ITV drama.
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