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Isobel Lewis

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Steve Coogan says royal family subjugates the working class as he hits out at royalist 'idiots'

Comic said that the royal family 'keeps the foot on the throat of working class people'.

Isobel Lewis, The Independent, 26th October 2023

Eddie Kadi profile

The history-making Congolese comedian taking on Strictly.

Isobel Lewis, The Independent, 22nd October 2023

Les Dennis first contestant eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing

All four judges voted unanimously in the first bottom two of the year.

Isobel Lewis, The Independent, 1st October 2023

Russell Brand episodes removed from Channel 4 website following sexual assault allegations

Channel 4 is launching internal enquiry into Brand's alleged behaviour as comedian accused of rape and sexual assault.

Isobel Lewis, The Independent, 18th September 2023

Mrs Brown's Boys to pay tribute to two drag legends in new series

These are the late Paul O'Grady and Barry Humphries - AKA drag performers Lily Savage and Dame Edna Everage. The two comedians died in March and April respectively.

Isobel Lewis, The Independent, 30th August 2023

Rose Matafeo on Starstruck, body image and babies

"I've got a spreadsheet of celebrities who don't have kids."

Isobel Lewis, The Independent, 19th August 2023

'You absolutely can't make money': can the Edinburgh Fringe survive?

The world's biggest arts festival is back this month, at a time when discussions about the cost of taking a show to the Fringe have never been louder. Isobel Lewis speaks to performers, producers, food stall owners and community organisers about the problems facing the festival and whether it can be saved

Isobel Lewis, The Independent, 6th August 2023

Edinburgh Fringe: 10 of the best comedy and theatre shows to watch

As the Fringe returns, Isobel Lewis has waded through the thousands of names in the programme to find you 10 shows to watch.

Isobel Lewis, The Independent, 4th August 2023

The Crown Jewels review

Royal comedy is lacklustre, but Al Murray and Mel Giedroyc still sparkle.

Isobel Lewis, The Independent, 28th July 2023

Rosie Jones 'overwhelmed and moved' as viewers praise 'shocking, funny and brave' documentary

Comedian's experiences of ableist abuse form the backdrop for her new Channel 4 documentary.

Isobel Lewis, The Independent, 21st July 2023

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