Michael Palin
- 81 years old
- English
- Actor, writer and presenter
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How we made Monty Python's Life of Brian
'We didn't ad lib because John Cleese doesn't like it - ironically, he's a fundamentalist when it comes to humour'
Phil Hoad, The Guardian, 16th April 2019Monty Python's Life of Brian review
Despite its absurdity and button-pushing bad taste, this mock epic stands up four decades on as a stirring paean to tolerance.
Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian, 12th April 2019Michael Palin to tour new one-man show
Michael Palin is to tour a one-man show in June and July 2019. Michael Palin - Live On Stage: Erebus, Python and Other Stories is linked to his new book.
British Comedy Guide, 24th January 2019Michael Palin to tour UK
To mark the paperback publication of his book Erebus: The Story of A Ship, Monty Python star and much-loved television globe-trotter Michael Palin announces a brand new one-man stage show entitled Erebus, Python and Other Stories. It will take him to 12 venues around the UK, beginning in Bournemouth on 7th June and ending in Bath on 7th July.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 23rd January 2019Why Monty Python will always look on the bright side
With the passing of Dame June Whitfield and the New Year's Honours bestowing a knighthood on Michael Palin, I found myself reflecting on the half-life of comedy.
Stephen Naysmith, The Herald, 31st December 2018Michael Palin reveals what he doesn't find funny
Michael Palin reveals that he doesn't find British politics funny ...and calls American president Donald Trump 'completely bizarre and idiotic'.
Marta Jary, Daily Mail, 2nd December 2018BBC Radio reveals Christmas 2018 comedy highlights
BBC Radio has revealed its 2018 Christmas comedy highlights. The Shuttleworths and Party will return, there's the 50th episode of Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show!, and more.
British Comedy Guide, 22nd November 2018Michael Palin issues update about Terry Jones
Michael Palin has taken to Facebook to update fans about the health of his friend Terry Jones, who is living with dementia. The English comedian and TV presenter told fans his Monty Python co-star was "unstoppable".
Jess Sheldon, The Daily Express, 21st September 2018Interview: Michael Palin
"What's the secret to a long, happy marriage? Inertia."
Bryan Appleyard, The Times, 9th September 2018Michael Palin interview
The Monty Python alumnus discusses playing the author of his favourite novel - and why Vanity Fair's protagonist is a heroine for modern times.
Michael Buerk, Radio Times, 2nd September 2018