Where does Tim Nice But Dim come from?

Tim Nice But Dim was a character originally created by Ian Hislop and Nick Newman, but brought to life by Harry Enfield in a series of sketch shows in the 1990s.

Who is Tim Nice But Dim?

From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English Nice-but-Dim, Tim /ˌnaɪs bət ˈdɪm, tɪm/ a humorous character invented by Harry Enfield for his British television programme. He is a typical example of an English ‘upper-class twit’ (=a pleasant but very stupid young man from a high social class).

What does nice but dim mean?

Good-natured
nice-but-dim (not comparable) (UK, colloquial) Good-natured, while also being rather unintelligent. [

Was Naomi Campbell in Harry Enfield?

This is the 1st episode of Harry Enfield and Chums, first aired on BBC One on 4 November 1994. It is the successor to the previous series of Harry Enfield’s Television Programme. It is the first series of episodes directed by John Stroud. It features a guest appearance by Naomi Campbell.

Who played Harry Enfield Scousers?

The Scousera are a trio of Liverpudlians from Harry Enfield’s Television Programme. Played by Harry Enfield, Joe McGann (later by Mark Moraghan) and Gary Bleasdale, Ga’, Ba’ and Te’ are stereotypical Liverpudlians, who alternately fall out and make peace.

Who is Chumley Warner?

Mr Cholmondley-Warner A snobbish, upper-crust 1930s newsreel presenter (played by Jon Glover).

What is a dim person?

adjective. slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity. “never met anyone quite so dim” synonyms: dense, dull, dumb, obtuse, slow stupid.

What is the mean of dim?

Definition of dim (Entry 1 of 4) 1a : emitting or having a limited or insufficient amount of light dim stars a dim lamp a dim hallway. b : dull, lusterless dim colors. c : lacking pronounced, clear-cut, or vigorous quality or character a dim echo of the past. 2a : seen indistinctly a dim outline.

Who is the most famous Scouser?

Famous Scousers

  • The Beatles. The most famous band of all time don’t need any introduction.
  • Taron Egerton. If you’re a fan of blockbusters, you’ll have heard of Taron Egerton.
  • Stephen Graham.
  • Wayne Rooney.
  • Melanie Chisholm.

Who is Waynetta slob?

The Slobs (Wayne and Waynetta) A benefit-dependent, lower-class couple with a lack of personal hygiene who spend most of their time smoking a fag or eating pizzas.

What is a Cholmondley Warner?

Cholmondley-Warner is a character from Harry Enfield’s Television Programme. A snobbish, upper-crust 1930s newsreel presenter (played by Jon Glover).