BCG Daily Wednesday 5th October 2022

Boxer David Haye cleared of assault at Paul Chowdhry gig

David Haye, the former world heavyweight boxing champion, has been cleared of assault during a row at a comedy show after the judge said he may have just been trying to get his accuser's "attention". Haye, 41, had been accused of grabbing Nickesh Jhala by the throat and threatening to kill him during a Paul Chowdhry comedy night at the Hammersmith Apollo in October last year.

Gary Delaney: 'Laugh a minute? That means 80 per cent of my jokes have failed'

If you like your stand-up to be a series of never-ending, quick-fire gags and puns of the kind you won't see too often on TV - and that are so funny they may well leave you struggling for breath - then Gary Delaney might be the comedian for you.

Babatunde Aléshé 'joins I'm A Celebrity'

The comedian impressed producers with his appearances on Celebrity Gogglebox next to Mo Gilligan, The Sun reports today.

Jess Fostekew: 'I do love baring my soul a bit, don't I?'

Jess Fostekew is having a lovely time. Hot on the heels of her hugely successful 2022 Edinburgh Fringe run of Wench - her follow-up to the triumphant Hench in 2019 - she is touring the UK to a "fun, joyful, bright, kind audience" in whose company she clearly thrives.

'Very right-wing' comedian Joe Lycett unveils Liz Truss portrait

The finished product was shared on Wednesday (5 October) morning, as Lycett posted the portrait, which is emblazoned with the words: "Fucking hell."

'Chilling': Graham Norton discusses 'worst ever guest' on his talk show

The star in question was disgraced former Hollywood mogul and convicted rapist Harvey Weinstein, who is currently serving a 23-year prison sentence.

Comedy writer Steve Wetton dies

The family and friends of a Derby writer and teacher, who wrote the sitcom Growing Pains, have paid tribute to him. Steve Wetton died aged 83 on Saturday, October 1, a month after suffering a stroke.

Caroline Catz on why Louisa and Doc Martin will last - whatever the final series throws at them

Caroline Catz on Louisa and Martin Ellingham's 18-year relationship in Doc Martin, filming the final series, and behind-the-scenes secrets.

Raymond Allen obituary

Playwright and screenwriter who created Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em in the 1970s.

Helen Bauer: Madam Good Tit review

An awe-inspiring personality with a touch of comedy star-quality, Bauer performs a show that is the stand-up equivalent to a chef's kiss.

Mrs. Brown's Boys saved me at my lowest point

His path to the top was no laughing matter - beset by financial ruin, depression, divorce and family fall-outs. But Brendan O'Carroll had the last laugh with Mrs Brown's Boys - the BAFTA award-winning hit drawing in 11 million viewers.

John Challis left £469,000 to his wife in will

Only Fools And Horses legend John Challis left £469,000 to his wife.

The Boycie star died aged 79 in September 2021 after battling cancer.

Rebecca Wickes to join Six UK and Ireland tour

She's appeared in Heathers on tour, Millennials in London and rocked We Will Rock You on the high seas, but Rebecca Wickes is now set to join Six on tour.