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Johnny Vegas to star in new film written in Merseyside
Johnny Vegas is set to play a leading role in a new film, written by Merseyside author Caroline Smailes. He is set to appear in The Drowning Of Arthur Braxton, a film about a bullied schoolboy who encounters his first love when he discovers a beautiful water nymph hiding in an abandoned Victorian swimming pool.
MSN Entertainment, 26th October 2021Johnny Vegas's act of kindness for dementia care home
Johnny Vegas has surprised a care home near Wigan with a 'very touching' token of support. The actor and comedian has presented a signed and inscribed hand-drawn print to staff and residents at St Helens Hall Care Home in Merseyside.
Adam Maidment, Manchester Evening News, 13th October 2021Johnny Vegas fears he'll be cancelled by woke brigade
Michael Pennington - better known as his alter ego Johnny Vegas - is considering winding up his bombastic stage persona over fears he will be cancelled by the woke brigade. The comedian, 50, is toying with just doing shows as himself after 25 years as his more famous alter ego.
Joe Kasper, The Sun, 15th July 2021Review: Bloods, Frank Of Ireland
Reviews of Sky One's new sitcom, as well as the Channel 4 sitcom, plus Johnny Vegas: Carry On Glamping.
Aidan Smith, The Scotsman, 8th May 2021Richard Herring confirms interview shows with audience
Richard Herring has confirmed further names for his upcoming RHLSTP interview shows. They will take place at the Clapham Grand in south London and there will be a socially distanced audience.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 5th May 2021Johnny Vegas on money, fame and grief
Lockdown and the loss of both parents have transformed the entertainer. He talks about the disappointments of TV, outgrowing his comic persona - and his move into the glamping business.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 4th May 2021Johnny Vegas on reuniting with Sian Gibson
"We're like a pair of comfortable slippers".
David Craig, Radio Times, 30th April 2021Comedy stars join time-travel film The Unreason
Forthcoming time-travel comedy film The Unreason has added Felicity Montagu, Johnny Vegas and Brian Bovell to its cast list.
British Comedy Guide, 24th April 2021Meet The Richardsons review
If this is modern TV comedy, bring on the repeats.
Anita Singh, The Telegraph, 9th April 2021Meet The Richardsons review
Sofa, so good for this comedy couple.
Rebecca Nicholson, The Guardian, 8th April 2021