My suicide bid
20/07/2006 … Stephen Fry has spoken in depth for the first time about his battle with manic depression.
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Thu 20 July 2006
Having another ball
20/07/2006 … Amnesty International is to hold another Secret Policeman’s Ball, Chortle can reveal.
Wed 19 July 2006
History is bunk
Cleese: 'I'm not writing a comedy book'
19/07/2006 … John Cleese has admitted he’s grown bored with comedy – but denied reports he plans to write a book on its history.
History is bunk
Cleese: 'I'm not writing a comedy book'
19/07/2006 … John Cleese has admitted he’s grown bored with comedy – but denied reports he plans to write a book on its history.
Tue 18 July 2006
What a slur!
Rod's girl sues over Brand claims
18/07/2006 … Rod Stewart’s daughter is complaining her reputation has been damaged – by reports she slept with Russell Brand.
Harry's visa problems
18/07/2006 … Simpsons star Harry Shearer has been forced to cancel an appearance on a Radio 4 comedy show because of problems with his work permit.
Fools' gold
18/07/2006 … A fan of Only Fools And Horses is opening a museum dedicated to the BBC sitcom.
Little Britain, big deal
BBC secures Lucas and Walliams for three years
18/07/2006 … Matt Lucas and David Walliams have signed an exclusive deal to continue working at the BBC - including making a new show.