Robert Harper (b. 28 January 1944, Oldham, England), better known as Bobby Ball, is one half of the comedy double act Cannon and Ball, along with Tommy Cannon. He married his first wife, Joan, in 1964, with whom he had two sons, Robert and Darren. They separated in 1968. He married his second wife, Yvonne, in 1971. They have one daughter, Joanne. Ball now has nine grandchildren. Ball has been in show business with his comedy partner for 42 years. Wikipedia
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