David Jason makes Only Fools and Horses Del Boy admission in rare interview

Sir David Jason has admitted Only Fools and Horses character Del Boy Trotter is “on his back all the time” as he spoke of the impact playing the comedy favourite has had on his career.

Sir David said he gets “slightly upset” as people often forget he played other roles throughout his long career in the acting industry.

“Del Boy is a bit of a ghost that comes behind me like a Christmas Carol,” Sir David said during a BBC interview on Tuesday (8 October).

“I do say he is on my back all the time, because wherever I go poeple recognise me as that character.

“It only upsets me slightly as it seems to be the only thing people remember me for.”