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Joe Lycett: Sue Gray stunt motivated by anger over friend's death
Joe Lycett, who apparently caused chaos and "mass panic" in government when he tweeted a fake version of Sue Gray's "partygate" report, has said his social media stunt was motivated by anger after the death of a close friend during the first lockdown.
The Guardian, 28th January 2022Joe Lycett 'caused chaos' in Parliament after leaking fake Sue Gray report
Joe Lycett, 33, allegedly caused mass panic in Parliament after he shared a 'leaked Sue Gray report' that listed the findings of the gatherings at Number 10 during lockdown. An anonymous person got in touch to say they worked as a cabinet minister and praised Joe for his prank.
Hana Carter, The Mirror, 27th January 2022Joe Lycett: 'All I want to do is wind up boring grey people'
In 2021, the comedian took on Shell, battled Hugo Boss and became the nemesis of Peppa Pig. He talks about taking over as Channel 4's Travel Man - and the three-year-long stunt he's about to unveil to the world.
Alim Kheraj, The Guardian, 23rd December 2021TFI Friday set to be reborn with Joe Lycett
He was forced to cancel the debut of his show Mummy's House Party because of the pandemic. But fans of Joe Lycett will be pleased to know the programme will be returning in the spring.
The Sun, 23rd December 2021Joe Lycett's Christmas special cancelled due to Covid
Mummy's Big Christmas Do!, the forthcoming one-off Channel 4 special hosted by Joe Lycett, has been cancelled due to coronavirus concerns.
British Comedy Guide, 17th December 2021Joe's out in all feathers
Joe Lycett dressed liked a pink yeti as he prepared to film the titles for his live festive show, Mummy's Big Christmas Do!.
The comic, who paraded his flamboyant feathery suit in Birmingham, will have an impressive line-up for the Channel 4 mega-bash on Wednesday.
Rod McPhee, The Sun, 16th December 2021Joe Lycett talks about Birmingham
Joe Lycett has been waxing lyrical about his hometown ahead of a live Christmas show he's getting ready to broadcast from his beloved Birmingham.
The Birmingham Mail, 15th December 2021Joe Lycett explains why James Acaster's face is on his poster
"It is with great disappointment that I have discovered sales have shot up," comedian said.
Jacob Stolworthy, The Independent, 6th December 2021Joe Lycett James Acaster poster - Viral stunt or mistake?
Commuters and comedians have been intrigued by posters that have been appearing on the London Underground. They are advertising Joe Lycett's upcoming shows at the SSE Wembley Arena on September 22 and 23 next year, but instead of featuring a picture of Lycett they feature a picture of comedian James Acaster.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 2nd December 2021Joe Lycett brands Twitter a nasty place full of trolls
The 33-year-old comedian loves social media and spends "too much time on it", however, he is becoming dismayed with Twitter because it is full of trolls and people attacking one another. Joe's social media platform of choice is now Instagram.
Female First, 25th October 2021