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Anthony Head dies at 72: ‘Ted Lasso’ and ‘Buffy’ star's family reveals cause

British actor Anthony Head, celebrated for his roles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Ted Lasso, has passed away at the age of 72. His daughters confirmed his peaceful death due to pneumonia complications. Head was a beloved figure on television, also appearing in Merlin and Little Britain. His career…

The Economic Times

Pepsi and Diageo withdraw sponsorships of London’s Wireless Festival amid Kanye West backlash

The brands were key sponsors for the festival, which has drawn significant criticism from figures across the political and entertainment worlds over West’s headline sets

The Independent UK

Little Britain's Matt Lucas targeted by pro-Palestinian activist on London Underground

The comedian was filmed and followed by social media activist Thomas Abdullah Bourne

Evening Standard

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David Walliams hints Little Britain may return to Netflix as you 'can't get cancelled there'

The comedian, 54, was dropped by HarperCollins last month over allegations he ‘harassed’ female members of staff

Evening Standard

David Walliams: From controversial comedy to Britain’s Got Talent disgrace – it’s baffling his publishing deal lasted this long

IN FOCUS: As comedian and writer Walliams is dropped by his publisher over claims of inappropriate behaviour, Nick Hilton looks back at years of building controversies around the star

The Independent UK

Matt Lucas gives update on Little Britain’s future after being quizzed about revival

The controversial sketch show has received new interest thanks to TikTok

The Independent UK

Little Britain star David Walliams returns to visit old friends

Walliams' latest visitor has been "bit of a kerfuffle".

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Revenge of the moderates? UK's Labour set for landslide win in general election

While French voters ponder the temptation of the far right, across the Channel they are also campaigning. But there, it feels like the revenge of the moderates. Out with Little Britain Brexiteers, out with Jeremy Corbyn's hard left, in with a more genteel version of the Labour Party. Before 2016,…

France 24

Election merch madness! Labour bucket hat, Tory baseball cap or a babygro for your vote?

There’s little that brings more joy than a quick study of political merch, so often a riveting insight into the Little Britain capabilities of party marketing teams. Tory superfans can snap up caricature Toby jugs (£28.95) of all previous leaders from Churchill to Johnson. Note, Liz Truss and Sunak have…

Evening Standard

I loathe Little Britain, but it shouldn’t be censored – let it fade away for being unfunny

Its relentless fat jokes and female grotesques were dated even when they were first broadcast

The Guardian - UK

Matt Lucas and David Walliams set for 'Little Britain 2' as comedians move past feud

Lucas is set to reunite with his ex comedy partner Walliams for a brand new sketch show - having previously worked on the likes of Little Britain and Come Fly With Me together

Chronicle Live

Matt Lucas announces 'Little Britain 2' with David Walliams as they move past feud

Matt Lucas is reuniting with his former comedy partner David Walliams for a brand new sketch show after working together on Little Britain and Come Fly With Me

Daily Mirror

Little Britain remake? Matt Lucas teases new ‘writing’ project with David Walliams

The comedian recently stepped down from Bake Off as Walliams ‘quit’ Britain’s Got Talent

Evening Standard

David Walliams and Matt Lucas' feud amid BGT judge's 'shameful' remarks

Little Britain stars David Walliams and Matt Lucas had a huge falling out before the Britain's Got Talent judge made a number of cutting comments about contestants on the ITV talent show

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Daily Record

John McGinn revisits Hibs Scottish Cup afterparty as cans and sausage rolls give it the 'Little Britain' look

The Scotland and Aston Villa midfielder played a key part in the Scottish Cup returning to Easter Road after 114 years.

Liverpool Echo

Coronation Street's Cherylee Houston's co-star love, rival soap move and Little Britain role

The Izzy Armstrong star first arrived on the cobbles some 12 years ago

Daily Mirror

Why Dennis Waterman used to sing theme tunes and 'absurd' Little Britain joke explained

Minder actor Dennis Waterman, who has sadly passed away aged 74, came up with the theme songs for four of his shows - giving rise to a tiny caricature on Little Britain

The Independent UK

Sir David Amess murder suspect ‘compared his response to killing MP to Little Britain episode’

Ali Harbi Ali has denied murder and preparation for terrorist acts.

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Evening Standard

Sir David Amess killer made ‘Little Britain’ remark after stabbing

A terror suspect laughingly compared himself to a Little Britain character after stabbing to death Sir David Amess and telling police “I killed an MP – I done it”, the Old Bailey has heard.

The Independent UK

Sir David Amess murder suspect likened response to ‘Little Britain episode’

Ali Harbi Ali has denied murder and preparation for terrorist acts.

Daily Mirror

Comic Relief viewers rejoice as David Walliams and Matt Lucas reunite for one-off special

Comic Relief viewers were thrilled to see Little Britain stars Matt Lucas and David Walliams reunited on screens during tonight's special charity show

Daily Record

Little Britain returns to BBC with 'racist and bigoted' sketches kept in

The David Walliams and Matt Lucas comedy sketch show was a huge hit when it first aired but has since come under fire for controversial content.

Daily Mirror

Little Britain returns to BBC with 'racist and bigoted' sketches kept in

The BBC have brought Little Britain back to their on-demand service, BBC iPlayer, despite the blackface controversy which surrounded the David Walliams and Matt Lucas sketch show

Manchester Evening News

Little Britain returns to BBC iPlayer after Matt Lucas and David Walliams make edits

The series was removed from the streaming service in 2020

Wales Online

Little Britain back on iPlayer after David Walliams and Matt Lucas make edits in wake of blackface criticism

Cuts made to ensure episodes 'better reflect the changes in the cultural landscape'

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