They rowed when they first met, but it quickly became clear that Anthony McPartlin and Declan Donnelly’s destinies were entwined. Now, both aged 30, they feel it’s time to take some sensible precautions. The pair have a special insurance policy. If one dies the other reportedly will receive at least £2 million.
They’ve learnt the lessons of history. After Hardy died, Laurel lived another decade but was never on screen again. And how could Ronnie Corbett reprise The Two Ronnies, now that there’s only one? Bert and Ernie are the exception. When Jim Henson, the man behind Ernie, died, Frank Oz thought he couldn’t do Bert again. But 16 years on, the pairing is still going strong. The lesson for all double acts is clear. Insure yourselves, unless you’re a Muppet.