Sir Ken Dodd\'s fans have been urged to wave their tickling sticks during his funeral procession later today (28.03.18).
The legendary comedian passed away on March 11, aged 90, following a six-week battle with a chest infection, and thousands of Ken\'s fans are expected to line the streets of Liverpool, where they\'ll be encouraged to wave their feather dusters in tribute to the late funnyman.
The British star was synonymous with so-called tickling sticks throughout his career, when he would often use the them as stage props.
And as a show of support for Ken, fans have been implored to bring their feather dusters along with them while the comedian\'s horse-drawn hearse makes its way to Liverpool Cathedral, the Daily Star newspaper reports.
Ken is also expected to be buried with two tickling sticks as a tribute to his stage shows.
Meanwhile, Lady Anne Dodd, Ken\'s widow, previously admitted to being overwhelmed by the public\'s reaction to her husband\'s passing.
She said: "The outpouring of love and admiration for Ken from the whole country has been overwhelming.
"There\'s a mountain of flowers outside the house, full of heartfelt messages."
Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Councillor Malcolm Kennedy, has also paid tribute to Ken, who was knighted in 2017 for his services to entertainment and charity.
He recently said: "Ken was the ultimate showman, a truly unique performer and a wonderful ambassador for Liverpool.
"Although Wednesday will be a sombre occasion, it is an opportunity for us all to pay tribute to such an unforgettable man and I can think of nothing more fitting than huge crowds lining the streets for his final act.
"The hundreds of messages in the Book of Condolence is a small indication of just how much Ken was loved and meant to the people of this city, and I\'m sure Anne and the family will be incredibly moved when they read them.
"There will never be another comedian like Ken, his passing marks the end of an era in British entertainment and I\'m sure he\'ll be tickled that the city will be putting on such a show in his honour."
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