All the latest news about comedy and comedians: stand-up, TV sitcoms and sketch shows, comedy movies, etc…
'Words can’t even begin to describe the heartache I have'
29/07/2021 … Paul Eastwood, a comedian who had spent 20 years working cruise ships, clubs and and TV warm-ups, has died after falling from a balcony.
Cast also includes Pauline McLynn and Reginald D. Hunter
29/07/2021 … Jennifer Saunders, Eddie Izzard and Bill Bailey have joined the cast of the forthcoming romantic comedy fantasy film Man & Witch.
With a cast of familiar comedy names
29/07/2021 … Kiri Pritchard-McLean is to star in her own sitcom for BBC Radio Wales.
New digital series for Channel 4
29/07/2021 … Comedians are to take part in ‘fun and messy eating challenges’ for a new Channel 4 series.
Announcements include the PBH Free Fringe programme
29/07/2021 … A host of new comedy shows have been announced for this year’s Edinburgh Fringe - including the PBH Free Fringe programme.
© C4/Rockerdale Studios, C4 orders more Mission: Accessible, with Ashley Storrie, Big Zuu, and Mike Wozniak
29/07/2021 … Rosie Jones is to make a second series of her Channel 4 travelogue Mission: Accessible.
Award in honour of Reggie Perrin creator David Nobbs
29/07/2021 … Comedy writer Zoe Tomalin has won the annual award for new talent handed out in honour of Reggie Perrin creator David Nobbs.
© BBC Diane Morgan’s comedy to return with a host of top guest stars
29/07/2021 … The BBC has ordered a second series of Diane Morgan’s comedy Mandy.
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