Rik Mayall
Born | March 7, 1958 |
Hometown | Matching Tye, England |
Height | 5'11" (1.81m) |
Spouse | Barbara Robbin (m 1985 - 2014) |
Partner | Lise Mayer |
Children | Bonnie Mayall , Sidney Mayall , Rosie Mayall |
Parents | Gillian Mayall , John Mayall |
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Unseen footage of The Young Ones to be released for sitcom’s 40th anniversary
- The TV show first aired on BBC Two in 1982 and ran until 1984.
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Ben Elton on his new novel and friendship with Rik Mayall
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Simon Pegg always feels a 'sense of wonder' when he starts a new project
Simon Pegg always feels a “sense of wonder” when he starts a new job and hopes he is never left feeling “jaded” by his work
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Adrian Edmondson says he has dealt with suicidal thoughts for his whole life
The comedian and TV star has spoken openly about his history with mental health struggles.
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Harry Potter director backs release of three-hour Philosopher’s Stone cut with Rik Mayall’s character added in
Original version of the film featured roughly half an hour of extra footage
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Helen Lederer 'fraternised deeply' with Rik Mayall
Helen Lederer has opened up about her time with fellow comic Rik Mayall, admitting she acted out a sex scene with her fellow comic in a 1992 episode of the sitcom 'Bottom', but she "wasn't nervous" because she had "already had that".
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Stand-up Alexei Sayle on the legacy of pioneering Comedy Store event
The veteran performer also recalled trying to carve out a career in America.
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Meet Jennifer Saunders's husband Adrian Edmondson
Jennifer Saunders is back on our screens for a new programme – and it's a little different from what you might be used to.Instead of seeing our favourite comedy actress dressed as Edina from Absolutely Fabulous, Jennifer is taking a trip down memory lane, and she's bringing a famous guest with her.MORE: Dawn French teases exciting news - and it involves Jennifer Saunders!Fellow actor Michael Sheen will join Jennifer as they gallivant round Talbot to discuss childhood memories and personal storie
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Rik Mayall: 'the funniest man of his generation'
Rik Mayall: 'the funniest man of his generation'On Rik Mayall’s birthday, here is a piece from 2014: Actors and comedians paying tribute to the star of alternative comedies who died aged 56 • Rik Mayall’s funniest TV moments - in clips • Rik Mayall - a life in pictures
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Ade Edmondson questioned about late friend Rik Mayall in 'awkward' interview
The star said he doesn't know what people want him to say about Rik.
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I thought using ableist slurs in ‘The Young Ones’ was OK 30 years ago – until I met the people I’d let down
It’s hard to believe it’s been 25 years since Scope, the disability charity got its new name. Particularly when you think about how much has been achieved since that very proud day in 1994, which I was honoured to be a part of.That name change meant a lot to me. It was part of the steep learning curve which I’d been on regarding the casual prejudice and discrimination disabled people experienced on a daily basis.
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John Noakes climbing Nelson’s Column named as greatest children’s TV moment
The Blue Peter presenter made the climb in 1977.
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