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How WILTY? became a TV institution
As it turns 10, the BBC show is now as satisfying and reliable as Friday night fish and chips. From David Mitchell and Lee Mack's comic chemistry to Bob Mortimer's genius, here's why it should keep us in hysterics for decades more.
Phil Harrison, The Guardian, 16th June 2017All-star Grenfell Tower benefit
An all-star comedy benefit show has been announced in aid of the Grenfell Tower fire in London. Tickets go on sale on Friday morning.
British Comedy Guide, 15th June 2017Kevin Bridges' Twitter account hacked
Scottish funnyman Kevin Bridges has confirmed that his Twitter account was hacked, after a series of obscene messages were posted from his account.
Nicholas Reilly, Metro, 24th April 2017If you think there's only room for one Mrs Merton-style chatshow in your world, look away now. The nation's favourite Irish mammy continues her "hilarious" assault on celebrities, and what better way to do that than test Ross Kemp's survival skills in her lounge? Comedian Kevin Bridges brings his mum along for the ride and Steve Backshall is also in the house. With music from Pixie Lott, it's a Saturday night staple whether you like it or not.
Hannah Verdier, The Guardian, 8th April 2017Forgive me for mentioning this awful programme again. After last week, I swore I'd had enough and would never deign to include it again.
But one of the guests tonight is Kevin Bridges and he's bringing his mum, Patricia, along. My advice is to watch this on catch-up so you can scoot through all the noisy nonsense and just watch the Kevin Bridges segment.
When Mrs Brown prompts Kevin to tell us about his plans, he says he's due to go on tour in Australia and the pair reminisce, saying this is where Kevin first met Agnes Brown. She was "standing at the urinal beside me," he quips.
When the proud Mrs Bridges comes on stage she tells Mrs Brown about her son's generosity. Not only did he pay off her mortgage, he also bought her a Scottie dog ornament from a jumble sale.
They're joined on the sofa by Ross Kemp, although it's hard for Mrs Brown to interview him as she's still furious that he cheated on Tiffany.
I'll grudgingly admit I liked this section of the show.
Julie McDowall, The National (Scotland), 8th April 2017Teenage Cancer Trust Comedy Night, review
The evening was a goody bag of talent, brilliantly compered by Romesh Ranganathan.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 30th March 2017Kevin Bridges donates football shirt fund to charity
Big-hearted Glasgow comic Kevin Bridges has donated his top from Soccer Aid 2014 to raise funds for the Tartan Army Children's Charity.
Andrew Learmonth, The National (Scotland), 9th February 2017Arriving for a 52nd series, HIGNFY has rarely been more welcome. Over the next 11 weeks, Ian Hislop and Paul Merton will, as ever, captain the teams skewering the increasing ludicrousness of world affairs. They'll be running over the US presidential election, too, which is likely to provide ample quarry for some terrifying hilarity. Nick Clegg has a go in the host's chair, while Kevin Bridges is one of the week's guest panellists.
Ben Arnold, The Guardian, 7th October 201610 surprising truths we've learnt from WILTY guests
From the celeb that went to school with Bin Laden, to Mel Giedroyc's very cheeky snog.
Radio Times, 16th September 2016Darren Connell hails stand-up comedy inspiration
Darren Connell was tipped as "a natural" by the top Glasgow comic Kevin Brdiges and is now one of the hit show's most popular characters.
Heather Greenway, Daily Record, 10th July 2016