Bafta adds another comedy prize
Awards for best male and best female
02/12/2009 … An extra Bafta will be given out for comedy performances next year.
2009 News
All the latest news about comedy and comedians: stand-up, TV sitcoms and sketch shows, comedy movies, etc…
Wed 02 December 2009
From spin-doctor to joke thief?
Stand-up accuses Alastair Campbell
02/12/2009 … A comedian has accused Tony Blair’s spin doctor Alastair Campbell of stealing jokes for his after-dinner speeches.
X Factor's Jedward up for comedy award
Who said 'cynical publicity stunt'?
02/12/2009 … X-Factor twins Jedwards, Top Gear host Richard Hammond and Chris Moyles sidekick 'Comedy' Dave Vitty are all up for accolades in the most random of comedy awards:…
Tue 01 December 2009
Jo Brand cleared over Thatcher gag
01/12/2009 … Jo Brand’s joke that ‘Lady Thatcher’ sounded like a device for removing pubic hair has been cleared by BBC trustees.
Revealed: Peter Kay's new tour dates
01/12/2009 … Peter Kay has announced 24 new dates in seven cities across 2010 and 2011.
Ian McKellan raps Little Britain
Gay portrayals 'aren't helpful'
01/12/2009 … Sir Ian McKellen has slammed Little Britain for fuelling gay prejudices.
Mon 30 November 2009
It'll be different without Frankie...
30/11/2009 … Frankie Boyle quitting Mock The Week will ‘inevitably’ change the tone of the show, regular Hugh Dennis has admitted.
© C4 C4 'axes' Jacko comedy
Fears Bo'Selecta! will upset family
30/11/2009 … A repeat of the Bo Selecta Michael Jackson special has reportedly been axed from Channel 4 for fear of upsetting the late superstar’s family.