in more than 40 years as a broadcast , right up to the last weeks before his death , sir clement establishing himself as any of britain ' s most recognizable personalities . he gained a reputation as a grumpy , irritable but immensely entertaining performer . he won widespread public affection , particularly for his efforts since 1967 as a ceaselessly clever , assertive and witty panelist on the 30 - minute radio show " just a week , " in the people vie to speak on humor topics for 60 points featuring " paused , repeats or deviation . " .
Sir Clement Freud was the grandson of Sigmund Freud.