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David Walliams

David Walliams

  • 53 years old
  • English
  • Actor, writer and author

Press clippings Page 64

David Walliams narrates a funny but cringe-making look at how people with disabilities have been portrayed on TV over the years. The first shock is seeing black-and-white clips of people whose lives were improved by something called the Central Council for the Care of Cripples or who were allowed, as the plummy newsreel voiceover man puts it, to work in a factory "alongside normal people". Recent footage makes you wince even more. Like shots of Paralympian Tanni Grey-Thompson winning a sports personality award in 2000 - on a set with a podium inaccessible to her wheelchair. She and an excellent selection of disabled actors and producers reflect on the progress we've made.

David Butcher, Radio Times, 25th June 2010

Comedians refused to appear on a new BBC2 documentary about how disability is portrayed on TV - because they were scared they would say something offensive. Producer Kate Monaghan said: "A lot of them said no." But she still managed to sign up big names such as David Walliams, Stephen Merchant and Ben Miller for Are You Having a Laugh.

The Sun, 25th June 2010

David Walliams narrates a show about the nature of disability in comedy. He motors through from Benny in Crossroads to Francesca Martinez from Extras. If you think you know what it is going to be like from that description, you're exactly right.

TV Bite, 25th June 2010

New series from Lucas & Walliams

The BBC has announced details of a new comedy from Little Britain writers, creators and stars, Matt Lucas and David Walliams.

British Comedy Guide, 28th May 2010

David Walliams and Lara Stone enjoy a spot of lunch

This is David Walliams and his new wife Lara Stone pictured together for their first time since their big day, wallowing in marital bliss.

Chris Johnson, Daily Mail, 18th May 2010

David Walliams marries Dutch model Lara Stone

Little Britain star David Walliams has married Dutch model Lara Stone at Claridge's hotel in London.

BBC News, 17th May 2010

David Walliams and his fiance dash to the FA Cup final

With their wedding tomorrow, David Walliams and Lara Stone have a million things to organise: the flowers, bridesmaids' outfits, the band and a lot more besides. But the couple put things on hold for a couple of hours today to race to the FA Cup final at Wembley, where Lara's Chelsea team were taking on Portsmouth.

Daily Mail, 15th May 2010

David Walliams' stag night stripper is no lay-dee

Every swordsman deserves a cracking last night of freedom - and that's exactly what lucky David Walliams got on his celeb-filled stag do. Top grub, booze, famous pals, strippers and a shock encounter with a lady who had something to hide left David with a night to remember yesterday.

The Sun, 15th May 2010

Little Britain stars front Nationwide adverts

David Walliams and Matt Lucas are to star in a series of Nationwide adverts. Characters including Vicky Polland and Lou and Andy are to appear in campaign, also featuring Fabio Capello and England players.

Mark Sweney, The Guardian, 14th May 2010

Matt Lucas and David Walliams film ad with England team

Matt Lucas and David Walliams are shooting a TV advert with the England team and manager Fabio Capello today.

Gordon Smart, The Sun, 15th April 2010

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