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James Martin, who played Eric in Still Game, dies aged 93
Tuesday 18th February 2025
James Martin, who played Eric in Still Game and had roles in a number of other Scottish comedies, has died aged 93.
Carry On star Julian Holloway dies aged 80
Tuesday 18th February 2025
Julian Holloway, the actor who appeared in a number of British comedy productions including seven Carry On films, has died aged 80.
Ben Elton receives Aardman Slapstick Comedy Legend award
Monday 17th February 2025
Ben Elton has picked up the award for Aardman Slapstick Comedy Legend 2025.
Brian Murphy dies aged 92
Tuesday 4th February 2025
Brian Murphy, the star of sitcoms including Man About The House and George & Mildred, has died aged 92.
Tony Slattery dies aged 65
Tuesday 14th January 2025
Whose Line Is It Anyway? star Tony Slattery has died aged 65, after suffering a heart attack at the weekend.
Stephen Fry to be knighted
Tuesday 31st December 2024
Stephen Fry has been recognised in the New Year Honours List with a knighthood.
Chris McCausland to deliver Channel 4's Alternative Christmas Message
Monday 23rd December 2024
This year's Alternative Christmas Message on Channel 4 will be presented by Chris McCausland. He will use the five-minute slot to call for an end to discrimination against disabled people.
Chris McCausland wins Strictly Come Dancing 2024
Sunday 15th December 2024
Chris McCausland has won the 2024 series of Strictly Come Dancing.
Duncan Norvelle dies aged 66
Friday 13th December 2024
Duncan Norvelle, the comedy star famed for his catchphrase "chase me", has died aged 66.
James Acaster's Heckler's Welcome comes to Sky Comedy
Thursday 21st November 2024
James Acaster's Hecklers Welcome special will air on Sky Comedy on 10th December, the channel has announced.