Bill Bailey (I)
- 60 years old
- English
- Actor, writer and stand-up comedian
Press clippings Page 16
In the Long Run, Series 2, Sky 1 review
An entertaining brew of culture clash, social commentary and belly laughs.
Jill Chuah Masters, The Arts Desk, 16th October 2019In the Long Run, review
Idris Elba's sitcom has a lot of heart, but is still lacking heft.
Barbara Speed, i Newspaper, 16th October 2019In the Long Run, series 2 episode 1 review
Actor Idris Elba's semi-autobiographical sitcom In the Long Run (Sky One) was back for a second series of nostalgic shenanigans. But warm-hearted though it was, the show sadly felt as dated as its Eighties setting.
Michael Hogan, The Telegraph, 16th October 2019Bill Bailey: Fringe made me want to quit comedy
It's supposed to be a career launchpad - but Bill Bailey has revealed the Edinburgh Fringe almost made him quit comedy.
Chortle, 7th June 2019Bill Bailey interview
'If I'm a national treasure, does that mean I'm like the Elgin Marbles and will get repatriated at some point?'
Brian Donaldson, The List, 29th May 2019Bill Bailey review
He's cracked it: Bill Bailey has mastered the ideal balance when it comes to live comedy.
Kirsten Rawlins, The Express and Star, 24th May 2019Bill Bailey interview
Comedians are 'inquisitive, curious creatures' says Bill Bailey ahead of Irish dates.
David Roy, The Irish News, 18th May 2019Bill Bailey interview
He says there's nothing like the thrill of a great stand-up show. "It's a singular experience. I don't think there is anything that quite matches up to it in all of performance art. When you're in a play or a band, it's still a collaborative thing."
Andy Richardson, The Shropshire Star, 17th May 2019Gold reveals Britain's Greatest Comedian list
Channel Gold has revealed the shortlist of 30 comedians who will be featured in its show Britain's Greatest Comedian.
British Comedy Guide, 1st May 2019Bill Bailey interview
The comic everyone loves to love talks to Stephen Armstrong about the best of Britishness.
Stephen Armstrong, The Times, 21st April 2019