Maybe it’s the fact that he’s still working. He voiced Mr. Toad in the 2026 film The Wonderful World of Disney’s Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride. At 83, he was still doing voiceovers! He’s also narrated documentaries—about steam trains, of all things. Because why not?
Is David Jason Still Living
He also had a daughter later in life. His little girl, Sophie Mae, was born in 2001 when David was 61. That’s not just "being a dad," that’s being a super-dad. It probably keeps him sprightly. You can’t be grumpy about your age when you’re teaching a kid how to ride a bike at age 70.
But let’s be honest—there’s a part of us that doesn’t want him to get older. It’s like seeing your favourite pub. You want it to stay the same forever.
So, What’s the Verdict?
David Jason is 84 years old. But he’s also timeless. He’s the bloke who made us laugh with a gaudy suit and a chorus of “Lovely jubbly.” He’s the copper we trusted to solve the case over a casserole. He’s the gentle Granville who just wanted a life.
And honestly? He’s earned the right to be whatever age he wants. If he says he’s 29 and just having a bad hair day, I’ll believe him. After all, he could sell me a second-hand car and I’d probably thank him for it.
So next time you watch Only Fools and Horses and think, “Blimey, he’s looking a bit tired there,” just remember: that episode was filmed 40 years ago. The man is a walking, talking piece of British history. And he’s still here, still cracking jokes. Legend is an understatement.
Cheers to you, Sir David Jason. You’re 84 years young, and you’ll always be a millionaire in our hearts.
