British Comedy Guide

BCG Daily Sunday 9th April 2023

Features

Press clippings

Shirley Valentine. Sheridan Smith

Sheridan Smith's secret? She loves her job and her audience

Shirley Valentine is a welcome blast of sunshine. And it's all down to the appeal of its star.

Quentin Letts, The Times, 9th April 2023
About A Boy. Image shows from L to R: Will Freeman (Hugh Grant), Marcus (Nicholas Hoult)

Nicholas Hoult is quietly becoming a comedy powerhouse

He may not be a stand-up comedian quite yet, but Nicholas Hoult keeps bringing the funny and has proven that it's all in the delivery.

Adem Cohen, Collider, 9th April 2023
Geoff Norcott

Geoff Norcott: 'As a Conservative comedian I was seen as a novelty'

Geoff Norcott on why today's comics are the hardest-working generation ever.

York Membery, The Telegraph, 9th April 2023
Frank Skinner

Frank Skinner cries during first radio appearance since co-host Gareth Richards dies

"You're allowed to cry, but you have to laugh as well. I think he would have insisted on that."

Isobel Lewis, The Independent, 9th April 2023

Videos

TV & radio

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 8pm
60 min
For The Love Of Paul O'Grady. Paul O'Grady

For The Love Of Paul O'Grady

A tribute to the late presenter, comedian and chat-show host, whose unexpected death at the age of 67 prompted a flood of tributes from viewers, his entertainment colleagues and even Camilla, Queen Consort. This special celebratory film features highlights from his incredible career and interviews with those who knew him best.

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