He starred in several television series and sitcoms including Bless This House starring as Sid Abbott opposite of Diana Coupland from 1971 to 1976. Although he never won any awards, James was the subject of multiple tribute shows. Sid James passed away on April 26, 1976 at 62 years old after he had a heart attack while performing on stage. Some claim to have seen his ghost at the Sunderland Empire Theatre.