John Cleese
- 85 years old
- English
- Actor and writer
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SNP politicians condemn John Cleese over 'racist' rant
SNP politicians have hit out at John Cleese after he claimed the media in England is run by "half-educated tenement Scots".
Kevin Schofield, Politics Home, 3rd October 2016Review: Slap Up Feast of Fun
Last night's Slapstick Festival fundraiser was a rare treat for comedy fans, as Bristol packed the hall to enjoy performances from Rory Bremner, Tim Vine, Barry Cryer, Neil Innes and the legendary John Cleese.
Bristol 24/7, 2nd October 2016John Cleese: Much of success is based on luck
The spiky comedic national treasure tells our reporter why he is returning to small-screen laughtermaking, how he only watches cricket on television these days and that he would not go anywhere near Bake Off.
David Stephenson, The Daily Express, 25th September 2016New BBC sitcom for John Cleese
John Cleese is in talks with the BBC to return to the broadcaster and star in a brand new sitcom.
British Comedy Guide, 26th August 2016John Cleese: casinos are preying on people's weaknesses
Veteran performer tells Sydney audience he wants to weep when James Packer uses his wealth to build casinos, 'a horrible way to make money'
Cassie Tongue, The Guardian, 16th August 2016John Cleese to be given Rose d'Or Lifetime Achievement award
John Cleese is to be awarded a prestigious Lifetime Achievement prize at this year's Rose d'Or awards next month.
British Comedy Guide, 16th August 2016Never a dull moment in Charles Crichton's lovely Ealing-esque comedy. A gallery of rogues includes barrister Archie (ohn Cleese) - who falls for gangster's moll Wanda (Jamie Lee Curtis) - stooge Michael Palin and, most of all, Kevin Kline as Wanda's psychotic boyfriend, Otto: he wants his jewels back, and he'll eat goldfish to get them.
Paul Howlett, The Guardian, 12th August 2016John Cleese in spat with Daily Mail editor
John Cleese has lashed out at Daily Mail editor Paul Dacre after the newspaper ran an article mocking his "beer belly".
Chris York, The Huffington Post, 2nd August 2016John Cleese has launched a YouTube channel
Never let it be said that John Cleese is not down with the kids. The 76-year-old last week surprised everyone - not least himself, one suspects - by launching his official YouTube channel.
Rupert Hawksley, The Telegraph, 2nd August 2016Fawlty Towers tribute attack all about publicity
Faulty Towers Dining Experience founder Alison Pollard-Mansergh says she tried to get permission for her show 20 years ago.
Elle Hunt, The Guardian, 17th May 2016