Brush Strokes, the BBC sitcom about womanising painter Jacko, stars Karl Howman as Jacko, Jackie Lye as his put-upon boss Elmo, and Cathy Downes as his long-suffering girlfriend Sandra.
Main cast
- JackoKarl Howman1–6Main
- Elmo PutneyJackie Lye1–6Main
- SandraCathy Downes1–6Main
Supporting cast
- EricMichael Griffiths1–6Supp
- VeronicaEve Ferret1–6Supp
- JeanSheila Reid1–6Supp
- VeraAnnie Hulley4–6Supp
- BrendaJudy Flynn3–6Supp
- lady in launderetteJenny Foulds1–2Supp
- MarilynLinda Lusardi3–6Supp
Guest & voice
- JojoPauline Quirke1Guest
- Mr. TobyJohn Horsley2Guest
- RosieSue Hodge3Guest
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About this cast
Brush Strokes is a British sitcom that aired on BBC One from 1986 to 1991, following the romantic and professional misadventures of Jacko, a cockney painter and decorator. The show’s central trio—Jacko, his friend Elmo, and girlfriend Sandra—drive the humour, with a strong supporting cast of neighbours and colleagues.
FAQs
Who plays Jacko in Brush Strokes?
Karl Howman plays Jacko, the main character, from series 1 to 6.
How many series of Brush Strokes are there?
There are 6 series, broadcast from 1986 to 1991.
Was Brush Strokes filmed at the BBC?
Yes, it was produced by BBC and recorded at BBC Television Centre in London.
Who played Elmo in Brush Strokes?
Jackie Lye played Elmo Putney, Jacko’s long-suffering boss and friend.
Did Linda Lusardi appear in Brush Strokes?
Yes, she played Marilyn, a glamorous friend of the main characters, in series 3 to 6.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026