BCG Daily Sunday 19th September 2021

Sunday with Adeel Akhtar

The actor describes his busy family day, hopefully involving scrumptious Asian food care packages from Mum.

Anna Costello interview

"The more people from underrepresented backgrounds getting their voices out there, the better!"

The week in TV: Sex Education, Alma's Not Normal

I didn't just appreciate the wit and artistry of stand-up Sophie Willan's new BBC Two sitcom Alma's Not Normal, I laughed - proper laughed - like the proverbial drain.

Katherine Ryan feared her daughter would be taken away

Katherine Ryan feared her daughter Violet would be taken off her after a "malicious" false allegation was made to the authorities.

In a new interview, the comedian recalled how, eight years ago, she was met by child protection officers as she came off the stage at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Boycie: how the great comedy character was born

As Only Fools And Horses' smarmy businessman Boycie, John Challis played one of the most memorable characters in one of the most memorable British TV shows of all time - not to mention having one of the most memorable (if irritating) laughs.

Mark Lawson on John Challis

Star of Only Fools And Horses became part of sitcom aristocracy and was also a classy raconteur.

Asa Butterfield in furious Twitter rant

Sex Education star Asa Butterfield unleashed a furious Twitter rant this weekend - telling fans to "f**k off" after he was harassed all night.

The 24-year-old actor's stern words came just hours after the third series of his Netflix hit was released on the online streaming giant.