Eddie Izzard's special gift
Personal stand-up show for terror victim
01/01/2009 … Eddie Izzard has given a private performance of his live show to a victim of the Mumbai terror attacks.
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Thu 01 January 2009
Gavin & Stacey attacked for Shipman gag
01/01/2009 … The son of one of Harold Shipman’s victims has criticised the creators of Gavin and Stacey for naming characters after the serial killer.
Lee Hurst denies stage rage
'I wasn't there,' claims comic
01/01/2009 … Lee Hurst has denied smashing a punter’s mobile phone in a comedy club, claiming he wasn’t even there.
MBE for Jongleurs founder
01/01/2009 … Jongleurs founder Maria Kempinska was awarded the MBE in the New Year Honours for services to the entertainment and hospitality industry.
Wed 31 December 2008
Dane Cook's brother accused of fraud
He 'stole millions' from comic
31/12/2008 … Dane Cook's half brother and business manager has been accused of stealing millions of dollars from the comic.
© BBC Nana, MBE
31/12/2008 … Royle Family star Liz Smith has been awarded an MBE for her services to drama in the New Year Honours List.
Tue 30 December 2008
Vic Reeves blasts Frankie Boyle
Attack on 'grubby' comics who swear
30/12/2008 … Vic Reeves has blasted Frankie Boyle in the ongoing debate about swearing in comedy.
Mon 29 December 2008
© BBC More Royles on the way
29/12/2008 … The BBC has reportedly offered Caroline Aherne a deal to write two more Royle Family specials.