Jimmy Carr: Celebs Rumors

Jimmy Carr began his comedy career in 1997, as he jokes and signature laugh have become a favourite amongst fans. His highly-rated panel show 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown is back on Channel 4, followed by his gameshow, Jimmy Carr's I Literally Just Told You. However, it hasn't all been a barrel of laughs for the star, as in 2022, it was widely reported that his father, 77 year old Jim Carr Sr, was 'going to sue' his son for defamation after years of 'being the butt of his jokes.' The businessman has reportedly been estranged from his son for over twenty years and in 2022, it was reported Jim Carr Sr finally decided to call in the lawyers after reading his memoir Before and Laughter, which was released in September 2021.

Leo Barraclough International Features Editor James Farrell, head of international originals at Amazon MGM Studios, and Akihiko Okamoto, president and representative director at Yoshimoto, are to feature in a joint keynote session at TV market Mipcom. The execs will explore the origination and approach that has made “LOL: Last One Laughing” one of the most successful and travelled formats of recent years and Prime Video’s most watched title ever in several countries. The session, part of the market’s Media Mastermind Keynote series, will be staged on the first full day of Mipcom on Oct.

Stand-up sensation Janey Godley has taken to social media to share some positive vibes amid her health journey, announcing an update that's brought joy amidst a tough time.The beloved Scottish comedian, at 63, put a hold on her UK-wide 'Why Is She Still Here?' tour earlier this week due to medical advice.The hilarious Glaswegian who has been putting up a brave fight with stage four ovarian cancer, sadly had to drop the plans for her hotly anticipated shows in big cities like London, Belfast, and Edinburgh.The comedian expressed her heartfelt apologies this Wednesday from her hospital bed as she battled sepsis: "The sepsis is under control but the cancer is spreading, so they've told me not to work," she disclosed in a candid video shared across Twitter(X) and other platforms. But it wasn't all gloomy updates from Janey.

A BBC star has had to cancel her upcoming tour, sharing a heart-wrenching update on her battle with incurable cancer. Janey Godley, a 63 year old Glasgow native was all set for her Why Is She Still Here? tour, with stops in major UK cities like London, Belfast, and Edinburgh. However, her health took a turn for the worse, leading her doctors to advise her to cease working "for the foreseeable future".

Prime Video has confirmed it is making a UK version of international format Last One Laughing.

Comedian Jimmy Carr has credited his dear friend, the late Sean Lock, with saving his career amid his tax scandal. The 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown host opened up about the profound loss he felt after Sean passed away aged 58 in August 2021. He reminisced about how Sean had been a pillar of support during his most challenging times.

Comedian Jimmy Carr has shared a shocking revelation about his brush with death as a child due to a severe infection.The 51 year old comic, known for his controversial humour, was diagnosed with meningitis as a toddler, leaving him 'close to death' due to the immense toll it took on his body. As per NHS guidelines, Meningitis is an infection of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord (meninges).This condition can affect anyone but is most prevalent in babies, young children, teenagers and young adults. If not treated promptly, meningitis can lead to life-threatening sepsis and cause permanent damage to the brain or nerves.

Music sensation Cher has taken her fans by complete surprise with her latest career move, which saw her pop up in a classic EastEnders scene - although soap lovers shouldn't get too excited just yet.The 78-year-old was seen duetting her hit song 'I Got You Babe' with EastEnders character Barry Evans (played by Shaun Williamson) as the rest of the cast watched on in The Queen Vic pub, however the clip was just part of Cher's starring role in the advert for U, UKTV's new streaming service. In the advert, Cher is presented with streaming service U and asked to help share the news.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Entropico, the Sydney, Australia and Los Angeles-based studio that last year hatched Netflix’s “ONEFOUR: Against All Odds,” has appointed Sele Leota as senior creative producer. He joins the team after collaborating with Entropico for nearly a year. Leota boasts a rich background in unscripted television and audio storytelling, including a five-year stint as storyteller and producer on E! Television’s “Keeping Up with the Kardashians.” Previous roles at Bunim-Murray Productions saw him contributing to series such as MTV’s “The Real World” and Lifetime Television Network’s “Project Runway.” He is also overseeing post-production of Netflix’s “Coming Out Colton” at 3/Ball Jeff Jenkins Productions. In the audio storytelling sector, he co-executive produced “Being Trans” and “Being Golden,” two of Lemonada Media‘s ground-breaking audio reality podcast series that won three Webby Awards in 2023. Entropico recently produced YouTube’s “A Drag Adventure Story,” starring iconic performers and creators Trixie Mattel and Juno Birch; “Enter the Realm,” a celebration of YouTube’s tabletop roleplaying games community; and a suite of branding and video assets for Google Marketing Live.

EXCLUSIVE: Popular Channel 4 panel show 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown appears to be the latest to have been hit by the network’s slowdown.

Clodagh McKenna has hit back at critics after This Morning viewers were left outraged by Jimmy Carr's antics during her cooking segment on Friday's show.

This Morning star Clodagh McKenna has revealed she's recuperating with a 'cocktail in hand' as she defiantly broke her silence following Jimmy Carr's 'rude' appearance.The comedian joined This Morning on Friday 3 May, but hosts Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary had to step in during Clodagh's cooking segment, due to Jimmy's repeated disruptions. Jimmy couldn't resist targeting his humorous heckling towards the renowned Irish chef while she demonstrated her cooking skills, which provoked backlash among viewers who accused him of being 'rude'.TV chef Clodagh, 48, has now broken her silence and shared a selfie while revealing she was in her local pub with a 'cocktail in hand', after being interrupted by the comedian, 51, as fans praised the cook for keeping her composure.

Jimmy Carr has landed in hot water following his stint on This Morning on Friday 3 May, forcing hosts Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary to step in while Clodagh McKenna was presenting her segment, offering tasty recipes for viewers to recreate at home. The comedian's repeated disruptions and comments provoked a backlash among fans. Despite being on the show to chat with Alison and Dermot, Jimmy couldn't resist targeting his humorous heckling towards the renowned Irish chef while she demonstrated her cooking skills.

This Morning has been thrown into chaos as angry viewers took to social media following Friday's episode. Jimmy Carr left those tuning in furious at his behaviour towards one of the guests.

Jimmy Carr has revealed that he nearly died as a child, as he opens up about battling meningitis.The comedian, 51, recalled the horrific time during an appearance on the podcast Where There's A Will, There's A Wake. Speaking to host Kathy Burke, he explained: "I had meningitis when I was a child. So my first memory is a lumbar puncture in Limerick in the General [hospital] "I was three, I think, and I was always told it was very close to death," he said, before explaining how his sense of humour helped him through the terrifying time.

Jimmy Carr appeared to confirm that he is now a dad-of-two in his recently released Netflix special Jimmy Carr: Natural Born Killer.The comedian, 51, has been in a relationship with Channel 5 exec Karoline Copping since 2001, and they are believed to have welcomed their first child, son Rockefeller, in 2019. It now seems the couple may have expanded their brood further, with Jimmy telling his audience: "I'm a father now. I had kids, I'm a dad," seemingly referencing more than one "kid".

Jimmy Carr has opened up about a life-threatening health condition he suffered as a child.The comedian has shared how he was diagnosed with meningitis as a child and was left “close to death”.Speaking on the Where There’s A Will, There’s A Wake podcast with Kathy Burke, Carr, who is now aged 51, spoke about the childhood experience. “I had meningitis when I was a child.

Jon Richardson has been seen for the first time since his shock split from wife and fellow comedian Lucy Beaumont.The couple surprised fans when they announced their separation after nine years of marriage in a joint statement. Just days after sharing the heartbreaking news, Jon was spotted at a family event for children's TV cartoon Bluey, rubbing shoulders with other celeb guests.

Lucy Beaumont had fans in stitches with a cheeky quip about ditching Jon Richardson long before their shock split hit the headlines.The 40 year old funnywoman, who tied the knot with fellow comedian Jon, 41, back in 2015 and shares daughter Elsie Louise with him, recently left fans gobsmacked by announcing that they're parting ways after nearly a decade together.The comedy duo's separation news came as a surprise to many, but eagle-eyed viewers might recall Lucy's playful banter about divorce on Channel 4's Eight Out Of Ten Cats Does Countdown last year, which now seems like it could have been a hint of trouble in paradise. During her appearance on the show in July 2022, Lucy didn't miss a beat when host Jimmy Carr, 51, teased her about her marriage, leading some to wonder if there was more truth to her jest than first thought.

Countdown's Rachel Riley had her Instagram followers in stitches as she posed with a giant troll, jokingly introducing him as her "check out my new boyfriend". The brainy beauty was getting ready for another episode of 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown on Channel 4 when she shared the funny photo.

Rosie Jones has spoken out after receiving a number of cruel comments online after her recent television appearances.The comedian, 33, who has cerebral palsy, has hit out at the ableism she has faced in recent weeks after taking part in the Royal Variety Performance and the Big Fat Quiz Of The Year. Following the Royal Variety Performance, she shared a message to Twitter, which read: "Thank you for all of the lovely messages about The Royal Variety last night, what fun. "Less of a thanks to the not so lovely ones.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Something Special, the Seoul-based international format agency founded by format specialists Jin Woo Hwang (president and executive producer) and Kim In Soon (EVP & head of content) announce that ITV Studios has optioned the hit Korean celebrity format “Battle in the Box” for France, Australia, New Zealand, and Israel. The deal was unveiled on Wednewday, the first full day of the Asia Television Forum and Market (ATF) in Singapore. “Battle in the Box,” created by Korea’s NMedia and represented globally by Something Special, has previously seen deals announced with Fremantle for Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, the Netherlands, Belgium and Portugal.

Lily Allen is reflecting on an awful rape joke made about her years ago.

Lily Allen is calling out Russell Brand for a rape joke made at her expense between himself, Jimmy Carr, Noel Fielding and Jonathan Ross.

Lily Allen has criticised Russell Brand, Jimmy Carr and Jonathan Ross for making rape jokes about her while she was on the Channel 4 panel show The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year.The singer, who in recent years has pursed acting, said in a new interview that although she didn’t take offence at the time she now realises how “horrendous” they were.Her comments come in the wake of Brand being accused by multiple women of sexual assault and in some cases emotional abuse.Brand has denied the majority of the accusations levelled against him to date, however, he has not publicly responded to more recent ones including allegedly sexually assaulting an extra on the set of his 2010 film Arthur.A clip of the moment the rape jokes were made during a 2007 episode of the series went viral on X (formerly Twitter) after rape allegations surfaced against Brand in September.In the episode in question, Ross moved Allen, whom he calls “the only sexually attractive young lady” on the show, away from panellists Brand and Fielding, stating: “And then Lily may go home with her dress still on.”Fielding then replied: “How dare you – we’re not rapists.”Host Carr then quizzed Fielding about why he was wearing a cape “if [he] wasn’t a rapist” before Fielding pointed out that the cape he’s wearing is, in fact, a Jack the Ripper cape.Fielding said: “He wasn’t a rapist, he was a…”, before Brand interjected to say: “Serial murderer”.Brand continued: “There is no direct corollary between rapes and capes, it’s just a rhyme.”Allen has now spoken to Grazia UK about the incident.“[There was a clip] where I was on a chat show with Russell Brand and Noel Fielding and Jonathan Ross. And there are comments, I think, about me being raped or something.

Jennifer Maas TV Business Writer Jon Stewart, Bruce Springsteen, Rita Wilson and more stars performed as a tribute to U.S. veterans and their families at the New York Comedy Festival and Bob Woodruff Foundation’s Stand Up for Heroes event Monday. Held at David Geffen Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, the night included performances from musicians and comics, including Stewart, Springsteen, Wilson, Josh Groban, John Mellencamp, Tracy Morgan, The War and Treaty, Jimmy Carr, Ronny Chieng and Shane Gillis.

Prince Harry has released a video just hours before his father King Charles' appearance in his first State Opening of Parliament as monarch.

Brett Goldstein is just getting started.The comedian, who you may know as the show’s irascible soccer star turned slightly less grumpy soccer coach Roy Kent, has 25 shows remaining on his ongoing ‘The Second Best Night of Your Life’ stand-up comedy tour.Along the way he’ll perform back-to-back-to-back nights at New York City’s Beacon Theatre on Nov.

EXCLUSIVE: British comedian Russell Howard is launching a comedy podcast featuring the likes of John Oliver, Jimmy Carr and Taylor Tomlinson.

Louise Redknapp has been snapped on a night out with her new boyfriend for the first time since her divorce from ex-husband Jamie.

Most of us are just now hearing all the sexual assault allegations against Russell Brand. If you’re not up to date on that, you can get the horrible details from this weekend’s exposé HERE. The gist of it is, several women have now come forward with stories from 2006-2013 — including a girl who was just 16 at the time. And there are receipts.

EXCLUSIVE: The Veterans is launching international sales on upcoming UK period comedy Fackham Hall at Toronto and has unveiled first members of the ensemble cast.

Josh Groban, John Mellencamp, Tracy Morgan and the ever-present Jon Stewart will stand up at this year’s Stand Up for Heroes fundraiser. The fundraiser, which benefits injured veterans and their families, will also feature comedians and musicians including Jimmy Carr, Ronny Chieng, Shane Gillis, The War and Treaty and Rita Wilson. Stewart has been a steady presence at the annual event.

New York’s annual Stand Up for Heroes event for the Bob Woodruff Foundation will take place at David Geffen Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on November 6, featuring performances by comedians and musicians including Jimmy Carr, Ronny Chieng, Shane Gillis, Josh Groban, John Mellencamp, Tracy Morgan, Jon Stewart, The War and Treaty, Rita Wilson and more to be announced.

Conan O’Brien will bring his podcast Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend to this year’s New York Comedy Festival, with a taping of the live episode later airing on Team Coco’s SiriusXM Channel.

Brett Goldstein is crossing the pond.The comedian, “Ted Lasso” star and two-time Emmy winner just added eight additional shows to his North American ‘Second Best Night Of Your Life Tour.’He’s now set to play New York City’s Beacon Theatre on Friday, Nov. 10, Saturday, Nov.