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15.09.2024 / 13:48

Steve-O canceled breast implants surgery after ‘profound’ conversation with a transgender stranger

an interview with Consequence on Thursday that he was going to get a boob job for hidden camera pranks on his upcoming Super Dummy Tour, where he’d trick groups of men on the street into thinking he was a woman.However, those plans were squashed after he had a chance encounter with a transgender stranger at the grocery store.“On the day that the scheduled surgery was supposed to happen, I was checking out at the supermarket. And the person ringing up my groceries was evidently transgender, and it struck me as a sign from the universe,” he said.

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Ellen DeGeneres reveals triple diagnosis in health update: ‘It’s hard to be honest’

Ellen Degeneres reveals she’s been diagnosed with Osteoporosis, OCD, and ADHD.The former talk show host, 66, shared an update on her health in her new Netflix comedy special, For Your Approval. “I don’t even know how I’m standing up right now. I’m like a human sandcastle.

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Which SNL cast members are on tour in 2024? See Will Ferrell, Martin Short

Chevy Chase is screening “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” at venues all over North America in November and December, Sarah Silverman has a massive stand-up tour already underway, Martin Short will take the stage with Steve Martin on their ‘Dukes of Funnytown Tour’ next month, Seth Meyers regularly co-headlines a residency at New York City’s Beacon Theatre with John Oliver and David Spade gigs all year long.Heck, even Will Ferrell‘s DJ’ing a show with Swedish House Mafia in Chicago this October.Plus, former writer Simon Rich is putting on “All In,” a Broadway play based on his short stories, starring John Mulaney, Fred Armisen, Jimmy Fallon, Aidy Bryant, Chloe Fineman, Tim Meadows and more this December.Don’t forget the rumored, star-studded Feb. 16 Radio City SNL extravaganza, either.That’s just the tip of the iceberg, too.If it’s always been your dream to catch an “SNL” hero of yours in person — regardless of which era is your favorite — here’s how you can see 39 of the 167 “SNL” alum live from wherever you may be this year and next including a Senator (Al Franken) and an Oscar winner (Robert Downey Jr.).To keep things organized, cast members are listed chronologically from when they started their tenure on the show.Screening “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” from Nov. 22 through Dec. 29Touring Oct. 10 through Feb. 3, 2025One Christmas show with Judith Owens on Dec. 17Touring with Steve Martin from Oct. 4 through Nov. 16Acting in “McNeal” on Broadway from Sept. 27 through Nov. 24One show on Oct. 4Touring from Oct. 25 through Dec. 21Touring from Sept. 27 through April 6, 2025Touring from Sept. 27 through April 12, 2025Touring from Sept. 27 through Nov. 23; co-headlining with Nikki Glaser on select datesTouri

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Ellen DeGeneres, 66, reveals triple diagnosis: ‘I could disintegrate in the shower’

her new and last comedy special, “For Your Approval,” which dropped on Netflix Tuesday.DeGeneres said she only received the diagnoses after she left her long-running daytime talk show following a spate of allegations surfaced in 2020, accusing the comedian of running a toxic workplace.The star learned she has “full on osteoporosis” — a disease that causes bones to become weak and more likely to fracture — after she took a “stupid bone density test.”“I don’t even know how I’m standing up right now,” DeGeneres joked. “I’m like a human sandcastle.

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Inside Corrie's Daniel star Rob Mallard's life - from co-star ex to devastating health condition

Daniel Osbourne is currently at the centre of the drama in Coronation Street. On Friday's edition of the soap, 23 August, DS Swain hauls Sarah in for questioning over Lauren's disappearance. And after denying planting Lauren’s DNA in his van, Sarah urges Daniel to persuade Bethany to drop her campaign against Nathan.

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Inside Romesh Ranganatha's life with rarely-seen wife and kids - from health battle to tattoo tribute

Romesh Ranganathan has a few secrets up his sleeve that fans might not be aware of. From his tattoo obsession to his heart-wrenching health battles, the 46-year-old funnyman has navigated numerous highs and lows throughout his life - with his rarely seen wife steadfastly by his side.The father of three will be back on our screens tonight (Saturday 17 August) as he hosts the newly rebooted quiz show, The Weakest Link, where he puts celebrities general knowledge to the test.

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Pete Davidson reportedly checks into wellness facility for mental health treatment

Pete Davidson has checked into a wellness facility for his mental health, according to PEOPLE.On Wednesday (July 31) the outlet confirmed that the Saturday Night Live star is taking some time to focus on his health. It comes after comedian recently finished a run of more than 200 live stand-up shows across the US, as well as several film projects and the release of his second Netflix special, Turbo Fonzarelli.Mental health has “always been a priority” for the comedian, a source told PEOPLE.

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BBC Fawlty Towers cast 45 years since TV hit – £12m marriage split to sad health battle

Fawlty Towers, the brainchild of comedy legend John Cleese and his former wife Connie Booth, first graced our TV screens back in 1975. Despite running for just 12 episodes, the sitcom, set in a chaotic hotel, propelled its cast to international fame, becoming a firm favourite among viewers. John's portrayal of the irritable hotelier Basil Fawlty, famed for his outbursts directed at the hapless Spanish waiter Manuel, solidified his place as a giant of British comedy, adding to his already stellar reputation from his Monty Python days and The Frost Report.

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Roseanne and Sabrina the Teenage Witch star dead after battling illness as family pays tribute

TV star Martin Mull, known for his roles in popular comedy series such as Arrested Development, Roseanne and Sabrina the Teenage Witch, has sadly passed away following an undisclosed illness, according to his family. Martin, who had a career that spanned several decades and included hundreds of credits in television, film, comedy, and music, died on Thursday at the age of 80, his daughter confirmed. It's understood that he had been battling this unknown illness for quite some time.

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Gogglebox voiceover star Caroline Aherne's heartbreaking dying wish for show amid lung cancer battle

Caroline Aherne was renowned for her exceptional comedic talent and knack for capturing everyday conversation. She left an incredible legacy behind after her untimely death at just 52 years old.The much-loved actress and writer, who co-created and starred in The Royle Family and also appeared on TV as Mrs Merton, passed away at her home in Timberley Cheshire in 2016, following a battle with lung cancer. Having previously battled bladder and retina cancer, Caroline publicly announced her lung cancer diagnosis in 2014.

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Selena Gomez reveals which ‘Only Murders in the Building’ cast member farted in Meryl Streep’s face

“Only Murders in the Building” passed gas in Meryl Streep’s face while filming Season 4, star and producer Selena Gomez revealed. Gomez, 31, recalled the incident with co-star Martin Short on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” on Wednesday night. Short, who was guest hosting the late-night show, explained that they have “unbelievable” guest stars on the upcoming season of the Hulu comedy.“The one that made me laugh most were the ones that you couldn’t get through scenes with,” Short, 74, said to Gomez.“There’s a scene where Molly Shannon comes in and has to curse all the actors in the scene out,” Short explained.

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Rhod Gilbert reflects on “positive” cancer experience: “I am gorging on life”

diagnosed with stage four head and neck cancer back in July 2022, before undergoing a year of successful treatment.In his new stand-up show, Rhod Gilbert And The Giant Grapefruit, which is currently touring, the comedian speaks about his experience of finding the cancerous lump and the journey that came after – it has also been the subject of a Channel 4 documentary, A Pain In The Neck.Speaking to The Times, he said he ends his shows by explaining that his cancer experience has left him “gorging on life”.“In the end I thought I’d say, ‘I’m not sorry that I got cancer.’” he said. “I feel guilty saying this because of what my wife has been through — we just lost her dad to cancer as well, so it’s been a living hell for her. But for me it is a positive thing.

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EastEnders' evil Nish actor Navin Chowdhry unrecognisable in roles from Doctor Who to Star Wars

Navin Chowdhry has been making waves since his debut on EastEnders in September 2022.The 53 year old actor joined the Walford cast as the villainous Nish, husband to Suki Panesar, fresh out of prison after serving time for murder. He's quickly becoming a memorable rogue in the series. He was even forced to beg bosses to make Nish less evil, as he was worried about how fans would see him because of his role.

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Gavin & Stacey star reveals the cast who will be returning for the final episode - with two fan favourites reunited

Fans were delighted to hear that a final episode of Gavin & Stacey will be bursting back onto our screens for a Christmas special this year. James Corden, who stars in the show and co-writes it alongside Ruth Jones, took to social media to share the exciting yet slightly sad news that this special will be the beloved comedy's final curtain call. It's been a whole five years since we saw our favourite characters, and the last time they were on our screens, Nessa (Ruth Jones) left us all gasping as she got down on one knee for Smithy (James Corden) only for the scene to cut before we got his answer.

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BAFTA TV Awards host Rob Beckett reveals suicide horror and mental health struggles

When comedians and best mates Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan host the BAFTA TV Awards tonight, viewers can be sure they're in safe hands for an evening of laughs. But despite being known for his hilarious jokes on sold-out stand-up tours, frequent TV appearances and hit podcast Lockdown Parenting Hell with fellow comedian Josh Widdicombe, Rob has previously revealed a traumatic past. He has spoken about losing friends to suicide, as well as his own mental health struggles, and detailed how tough it was breaking into comedy from a working-class background in his autobiography A Class Act.

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Everything we know about The Office spinoff - from cast to filming start date

NBC has announced that they are developing a follow-up series to the US version of hit sitcom The Office, with the new show set to stream on Peacock in the US. It was announced on Wednesday 8 May that Peacock had placed a formal series order for the untitled series, which is set in the same universe as NBC's former Emmy-winning Steve Carell comedy.The new TV series is set to introduce a new cast of characters "in a fresh setting ripe for comedic storytelling: a daily newspaper," according to NBCUniversal Entertainment's Lisa Katz.This will be another addition to the massive The Office universe, reports the Mirror US.

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Line of Duty star joins Wednesday cast for series two - as major actor 'axed' from show

Netflix have announced that the second season of hit series Wednesday is now filming, and there have been some new additions – and one omission – to the cast. The comedy horror series from Batman and Beetlejuice director Tim Burton follows Wednesday (Jenna Ortega), the daughter of spooky Addams Family parents Gomez (Luis Guzman) and Morticia (Catherine Zeta-Jones), as she navigates the perilous world of Nevermore Academy.

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'I thought I'd die' EastEnders' Cheryl Fergison's devastating secret health battle

Strolling through bluebell strewn gardens in the spring sunshine Cheryl Fergison looks the very picture of happiness and health. But the former EastEnders actress has been fighting a secret battle against cancer - the story of which she only now feels ready to share. “It was a horrendous time,” the 58-year-old former soap favourite reveals to OK! “There were some dark moments, especially at night, when I thought: ‘am I going to die?’ Am I going to leave my husband without a wife, my son without a mum? “But the time is right to talk about it all now.

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James Martin issues rare health update as he returns to TV after cancer battle

James Martin has given fans a rare glimpse into his health journey during Monday's episode of Lorraine, where he also debuted an unexpected accessory on TV for the first time. Chatting with Lorraine Kelly about his successful tour, which was seven years in the making, the conversation turned to his current wellbeing.

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Where are Britain's Got Talent winners now? From dance troupe success to secret health battles

Britain’s Got Talent is coming back - thanks to a teaser from ITV, the show has been revealed to be returning very soon.The channel put a teaser clip of gold confetti on their social media with the caption: “Britain… BGT is back! Coming soon to ITV1 and ITVX." This will be the 17th series of the talent show which originally started in 2007 and continues to showcase some of the best acts from around the world. Featuring judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli, the show gives people a platform to launch their careers and they compete for a chance to take to the stage in the Royal Variety Performance.

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Inside Bake Off star Rhod Gilbert's life off-screen from cancer battle to TV star wife

The Great Celebrity Bake Off is back for another series this year with a fresh batch of famous people. Among those trying their best to bake up a storm is Jodie Whittaker, Paloma Faith, Munya Chawawa, Spencer Matthews and Rhod Gilbert.

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Where is original Keeping Up Appearances cast now? From tragic death to rare outing with Queen Camilla

It’s hard to believe it’s almost 30 years since iconic British sitcom Keeping Up Appearances came to an end, with the irreverent comedy still holding a firm place in many TV watchers hearts. The popular BBC show ran from 1990 to 1995 and featured Dame Patricia Routlegede in the title role of Hyacinth Bucket.The snobbish central character soon became a firm fan favourite, particularly for her insistence that her surname Bucket was actually pronounced “Bouquet”in an attempt to make herself sound more refined.

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BBC Casualty's Stevie star Elinor Lawless' health battles amid marriage to EastEnders actor

Casualty star Elinor Lawless has bravely opened up about her two hidden health conditions. The 31 year old actress joined the cast of the BBC drama as Stevie Nash back in 2021 and has been involved in some major storylines since then. Meanwhile, Casualty's original stars have gone on to varied careers since leaving the show.

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Soap legend dies from liver cancer as devastated fans pay tribute

Mexican soap actress Helen Rojohas died at the age of 79 after battling liver cancer.The actress was one of the most successful on Mexican TV who started out as a model during the sixties. She made her film debut in 1970 on The Suicide Club, and played Luciana Duval in "El Privilegio de Amar" - a role that generated critical acclaim. Helen Rojo passed away at her home in Mexico City, according to TV network Foro TV.

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‘The Fast Show’ cast announce 30th anniversary reunion tour

The Fast Show are reuniting for a live tour to celebrate the sketch show’s 30th anniversary.Today (January 25), it was announced that An Evening With The Fast Show will run between February and April 2024, with cast members Simon Day, Charlie Higson, John Thomson, Paul Whitehouse, Mark Williams, and Arabella Weir all featuring.In a statement, the show’s promoters said: “Fans of the iconic TV programme The Fast Show are in for a real treat as the original cast members – Simon Day, Charlie Higson, John Thomson, Paul Whitehouse, Mark Williams and Arabella Weir – bring their comedic genius to theatres across the country this spring.“This celebratory live tour will be a huge treat for fans of the multi-award winning quick-fire TV sketch show and provide a real behind-the-scenes insight into some of their favourite characters and catchphrases as they come alive on stage once again.“The cast will chat together about how it all began, how they made the TV show, and created the characters and the fun they had doing it.

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Inside Sir David Jason's life off screen from 'fallout' with co-star, unknown child and health battle

For the best part of 60 years, Sir David Jason has been delighting viewers of all ages with his impeccable on-screen presence and finesse for commanding an audience. Whether it was tickling a childish funny bone with kids comedy series Do Not Adjust Your Set, delighting viewers as wheeler-dealer Del Boy Trotter in Only Fools and Horses, or getting to grips with his inner detective as DI Jack Frost in A Touch of Frost — there’s no denying that David has become a firm fan favourite in countless households.

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Emily in Paris resumes filming as star shares terrifying near-death health scare

After weeks of uncertainty, Netflix favourite Emily in Paris is finally back in production after the romantic comedy series resumed filming, despite one of it’s lead stars suffering a life-threatening health scare. The popular show, which stars Lily Collins began filming the fourth series earlier this week, with Lily revealing the news on social media as she shared snap and post that showed off a snippet of the new script and her trademark smile.

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Only Fools and Horses star hit with £2,800 fine while battling cancer

Only Fools And Horses star Patrick Murray has been slapped with a parking fine of £2,800. The 66-year-old actor, who is currently battling cancer, revealed that an unsolved parking ticket he received at McDonald's five years ago has soared to an eye-watering amount. The star, who played Mickey Pearce on the popular comedy show, told fans how he first received a fine of £100 for parking in a disabled bay, which he claims a member of staff told him to do while he waited for his food.

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Vera series 13, episode 1 cast: Who is in the cast of Fast Love?

In Fast Love, DCI Vera Stanhope (played by Brenda Blethyn) is called to a quiet country lane where a young man has been found dead following a collision with a car. On closer inspection, it becomes clear that this is not an accident and is way more than a hit and run. Vera discovers that our victim is a popular market trader so heads down to his pitch to start to put together an idea of who our man is and ascertain why anyone would want him dead.

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Here’s how to see Leanne Morgan live on tour in 2024

Leanne Morgan, a mother of three and grandmother to two, released her first Netflix special last year and is now embarking on the second leg of her nationwide ‘Just Getting Started Tour.’Along the way, she’ll perform back-to-back headlining spots at Buffalo, NY’s UB Center For The Arts on Saturday, March 16 and then a week later, she’ll drop into Red Bank, NJ’s Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre for a pair of shows on Saturday, March 23.“I’ll be sharing more stories of my real life, my family and my experiences and I hope people will still come away from this new hour saying, ‘this is my life- is Leanne spying on me?,’” said Morgan in a statement.If that sounds like the show for you, it isn’t too late to grab tickets to see Morgan at one of her 48 gigs from January through June.You won’t have to spend that much either.At the time of publication, the lowest price we found on tickets was $40 before fees on Vivid Seats.Most other shows had seats starting anywhere from $45 to $70 before fees although there were a few outliers where tickets prices began over $100.Looking for a few more details before smashing that buy button?We’re here to help, Leanne fans.Our team has everything you need to know and more about the ‘Just Getting Started Tour’ below.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.As noted above, Morgan has a whopping 48 shows lined up this year.That includes stops in major markets like Las Vegas (Feb.

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BBC Mrs Brown's Boys' controversies from marriage split to co-star feud

Mrs Brown's Boys, the BBC sitcom that first aired in 2011, has had its fair share of controversies over the years. The show, which follows the life of loud-mouthed Irish matriarch Agnes Brown, played by creator Brendan O'Carroll, quickly became a hit with up to 12 million viewers tuning in - and even proved to be so popular it spawned a spin-off movie! The cast is made up of O'Carroll's close friends and family, who play the six children that Agnes loves to meddle with and the popular series has won multiple awards including a BAFTA for Best Situation Comedy, a TV Choice Award for best comedy, and won at the National Television Awards for three consecutive years in 2013, 2014 and 2015 for Best Comedy.

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Waterloo Road's Jamie Glover's life off screen with Coronation Street star wife

As Waterloo Road returns to our screens with a brand new series, fans of the BBC school drama will once again be treated to a new batch of storylines for their favourite characters to sink their teeth into. Among the returning characters for 2024, is Andrew Treneman, portrayed by Jamie Glover who famously returned to the hit show last year, 14 years since he last set foot in the troubled comprehensive school from which the show takes its name.

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Where Antiques Roadshow hosts are now - from health battles to tragic deaths

Antiques Roadshow has not only amazed BBC viewers with the value of items over the years, it's also seen a string of celebrity hosts. Stars like Michael Aspel, Question Time's Fiona Bruce and this year's Strictly Come Dancing star Angela Rippon have all led the famous show in the past four decaades, but where are they now? From hosting some of the UK's most popular TV shows to appearing on Morecambe and Wise and winning Rear Of The Year, the Antiques Roadshow hosts have had interesting lives. Here, OK! takes a look at what's happened to the popular TV show's famous hosts...

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I’m A Celeb star rushed to hospital with allergic reaction as they issue health update

I’m A Celebrity star Shaparak Khorsandi has been rushed to the hospital for treatment after suffering from an allergic reaction.The comedian and author shared the news that she has had to cancel an upcoming gig at a festival due to ending up in A&E.The star took to X, formally known as Twitter, and shared a picture of the upcoming gig, which was supposed to take place at Cheltenham Literary Festival on Tuesday 10 October.The 50 year old captioned the picture: “I had a funny turn this morning and ended up in an A & E with a very disappointing vending machine. Gutted I had to cancel this. Forgive me if you were coming”.

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Jennifer Aniston says ‘Friends’ offensive to ‘a whole generation of kids’

Friends star Jennifer Aniston is the latest celebrity to discuss the difficulties of working in comedy and making modern, apparently more sensitive audiences laugh.Aniston, who has been working in film and comedy for nearly three decades, told the French news agency AFP that it’s become “a little tricky” to produce comedies because you have to be “very careful.” She said this is especially troubling because “the beauty of comedy is that we make fun of ourselves, make fun of life.” Read more: Gwyneth Paltrow ‘shaken up’ after ski crash, says daughter Apple Martin Aniston, 54, lamented the past when she said: “You could joke about a bigot and have a laugh — that was hysterical. And it was about educating people on how ridiculous people were.”She used her role as Rachel Green in the 1990s sitcom Friends as an example of how audiences have evolved over the years.“There’s a whole generation of people, kids, who are now going back to episodes of Friends and find them offensive,” she said.Aniston blamed the offensiveness on a combination of “things that were never intentional” and elements of the program that just lacked thought.Friends, a comedy about six young people in New York, has long since been criticized for a lack of diversity.

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Woody Harrelson slammed for ‘stupidity’ after backing COVID-19 conspiracy on SNL

“Saturday Night Live.”Harrelson, 61, who hosted the show, made the statement during his opening monologue. It was his fifth time on stage as an SNL host.

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Comedy legend Jethro dies aged 73 after contracting Covid-19

Comedian Jack Dee would 'rather be kicked in the nuts by a racehorse' than do StrictlyPen15 ending confirmed with fans absolutely crushed by sudden death of ingenious comedyBrendan Grace's widow Eileen recalls devastating moment they learned cancer was terminal:Comedian Jim Davidson was among those paying tribute to him, tweeting: ‘My good friend Jethro has left us. RIP Jethro, you will be greatly missed.’Dawn French also shared a sweet message, writing: ‘Oh.

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Britain's Got Talent comic Nick Page reveals he welcomed his first child during Covid lockdown

Britain's Got Talent star Nick Page has become a father for the first time after welcoming a baby boy with his partner late last year.The comedian, 50, became a dad to son Magnus during the Coronavirus lockdown, and has said his baby boy lit up his life at a time when the he was struggling and unable to work. As a result of the pandemic, he could not perform live on stage but he says becoming a father has fuelled his creativity, and that he is grateful for the time he has been able to spend with his new bundle of joy, as theatres and other venues begin to find their feet once again.

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‘SNL’ parodies COVID-19 spring break with ‘Snatched, Vaxed or Waxed’ game show

Saturday Night Live (SNL) took aim at the recent influx of college Spring Breakers with its newest cold-open — a game show centered on whether contestants were attractive or given the COVID-19 vaccine.The show, featured in an MTV format and named “Snatched, Vaxed or Waxed,” was hosted by former cast member Maya Rudolph. ‘SNL’ spoofs U.S.

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Kelowna, B.C., theatre actor makes pandemic pivot, keeping creativity alive one film at a time

Pandemic pastime becomes profitable hobby for Kelowna artist Before the pandemic, he was acting, writing plays, screenwriting and more.

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This cleaning robot could help fight COVID-19 — and tell jokes

wrote the Singapore-based automaton firm on their website. “They are able to inform, entertain, and even exchange a simple conversation with you upon activated via QR code.”A video demonstration of the janitorial joke droid in action was recently posted to Facebook by the UK’s Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust, which plans on leasing two of the LionsBot creations for their pediatric ward in Kent, the Daily Mail reported.

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Toronto duo turns to comedy to get through pandemic

Toronto actors, writers and comedians Christian Smith and Natalie Metcalfe have been doing comedy together for the past five years.Having been in a relationship for the last three years, Smith and Metcalfe found themselves spending even more time alone together when the pandemic hit, and the resulting content came fast and furious.“We’re all living in a sad time right now in this world so, I think satire is key,” said Metcalfe.With Toronto theatres and film and TV production sets closed, Smith and Metcalfe, like so many other actors, found themselves out of work.

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Meet 7 emerging comics keeping the laughs going during the pandemic

coronavirus has killed concerts and open mikes for the time being, but comedy has proved to be essential during the pandemic. Funnyman A-listers such as Eddie Murphy, Chris Rock and Adam Sandler have stepped up to the virtual mike to raise money for relief, while Jerry Seinfeld returned to the little screen for his Netflix special “23 Hours to Kill.” Even “SNL” has been Zoom-ified.But lesser-known comics — some new and some simply sharpening their offerings — broke through as the real stars of the pandemic comedy circuit.Ever since clubs went dark in March, scrappy stand-ups have taken to Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and well-produced videos to reach their laugh-starved audiences.

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Viral star Munya Chawana says comics have ‘duty’ to entertain despite coronavirus and BLM movement: ‘Almost no subject is too serious to be satirised’

coronavirus to the Black Lives Matter movement.He’s left viewers in stitches by covering even the most serious of topics and has gained a few celebrity fans, including John Boyega and Craig David, along the way.Starting off by satirising Jamie Oliver for his ‘jerk rice controversy’, and Theresa May after her cringeworthy podium dance, lockdown has only spurred him on with his sketches.

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Dan Levy, Natasha Leggero indulge their ‘Houses Hunters’ obsession

episodes of “House Hunters” — with a pandemic twist.The series, premiering Thursday at 10 p.m., features Levy and Leggero, whose friendship dates back nearly 20 years, watching the classic episodes separately and remotely (hence the “Couches” in the show’s title).In each episode, they’re joined by one of their comedian friends (including JB Smoove, Whitney Cummings and “SNL’s” Chris Redd) as all three add humorous (sometimes caustic) commentary as the onscreen couples decide which of three houses they’ll eventually buy.The premiere features home buyers LM (with blue hair) and Casey (rocking a unique mustache) searching for a house in Austin, Texas: she wants a “mid-century modern” that reminds her of “Mad Men”; he wants a look that says

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Stand-up comedians are performing at socially distanced drive-in movie theaters

Drive-in entertainment is having a moment.

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The Holderness family’s viral coronavirus comedy is the sweet relief we need now

They mix funny business with pleasure.

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Eddie Murphy, Adam Sandler join star-studded ‘Feeding America’ comedy livestream

Eddie Murphy is back on the standup comedy circuit after a long break, and soon he’ll be in your living room.

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