History is bunk
Cleese: 'I'm not writing a comedy book'
19/07/2006 … John Cleese has admitted he’s grown bored with comedy – but denied reports he plans to write a book on its history.
2006 News
All the latest news about comedy and comedians: stand-up, TV sitcoms and sketch shows, comedy movies, etc…
Wed 19 July 2006
Tue 18 July 2006
Little Britain, big deal
BBC secures Lucas and Walliams for three years
18/07/2006 … Matt Lucas and David Walliams have signed an exclusive deal to continue working at the BBC - including making a new show.
Fools' gold
18/07/2006 … A fan of Only Fools And Horses is opening a museum dedicated to the BBC sitcom.
Harry's visa problems
18/07/2006 … Simpsons star Harry Shearer has been forced to cancel an appearance on a Radio 4 comedy show because of problems with his work permit.
What a slur!
Rod's girl sues over Brand claims
18/07/2006 … Rod Stewart’s daughter is complaining her reputation has been damaged – by reports she slept with Russell Brand.
Mon 17 July 2006
It's the same old story...
17/07/2006 … TV comedy is being driven by marketing rather than original ideas, John Cleese has claimed.
Fireman Johnny
17/07/2006 … Johnny Vegas is to play a fireman in a new sitcom currently being made for BBC One.
Friends reunited?
Aniston fuels comeback rumours
17/07/2006 … Jennifer Aniston has fuelled rumours that the cast of Friends will reunite for a one-off special.