Barry Cryer death: Stephen Fry and Piers Morgan lead tributes to ‘giant of British comedy’

PIERS Morgan branded Kanye West and new girlfriend Julia Fox "cringe" after they were snapped tongue kissing at Paris Fashion Week. The smitten couple have been inseparable in recent weeks with a series of loved-up displays and celebrity parties.

Piers Morgan sparked a heated Twitter spat with Good Morning Britain's Richard Bacon - over Apple's new pregnant man emoji.The former GMB anchor ended up blasting Richard as 'ultra-woke', and Richard slamming Piers' column in The Sun.It comes as tech giant Apple have released a new emoji of a pregnant man - seen as a yellow cartoon character holding a baby bum.It was announced on Thursday that the image would be included in the latest batch of emojis being released in the iOS 15.4 update - after it was approved in September 2021.However, the move left Piers speechless before branding it "virtue-signaling nonsense".Gobsmacked Piers shared the emoji snap - and blasted it in front of his 7.9 million Twitter followers - claiming the world had 'gone nuts'.Alongside the emoji snap, he said: "Apple's new pregnant man emoji. Words fail me.

Piers Morgan has taken to Twitter to rage over one of Apple's latest emojis which depicts a "pregnant man".The outspoken media personality told how he had no words after it was announced on Thursday that the image would be included in the latest round of emojis, which are set to be released on the iOS 15.4 after being approved back in September.In view of his 7.9 million followers, the former newspaper editor revealed that he was left speechless over Apple's newest emoji.Piers wrote: "Apple’s new pregnant man emoji."Words fail me."#TheWorldsGoneNuts," he ended his post, while sharing a snap of the latest emoji.Agreeing with Piers, Twitter users echoed his sentiments.@grantdvann commented: "Who are the people doing this? Lets say who are the people bringing this idea forward! The world has gone nuts!"@conmit10 added: "How can a man be pregnant? Can you help me please?"However, others disagreed with Piers' tweet.@OMacMan penned: "It's called being accepting of trans men, sorry that offends you."One Twitter user, @mrcraftyg, cheekily took aim at the newsreader.Responding to Piers' tweet, they posted a snap of the outspoken media personality asleep on a sunlounger while on holiday in only his swimming shorts.They penned: "Here's the same emoji, but with fewer clothes."However, others refused to engage in the debate.@Ozanhassan15 commented: "It's literally an emoji, get a grip."@JustJennKat1 added: "I can't imagine ever being this upset over a damn emoji.Seriously."The pregnant man is just one of 37 new emojis that the company is bringing to iPhones.It also includes an emoji of a pregnant person.Emojipedia says that the pregnant man and person emojis show that "pregnancy is possible for some transgender men and non-binary

PIERS Morgan bagged a kiss from Pamela Anderson in a throwback photo shared after her fifth marriage failed. Broadcaster Piers posted the incredible snap to his 1.8 million followers on Instagram after Baywatch beauty Pamela and her bodyguard husband Dan Hayhurst split following a brief union.

Good Morning Britain presenter Piers Morgan, 56, took to Twitter today to praise actress Dame Joanna , 75, and to call on people to have more “mental resilience”. Many Twitter users were quick to decry both celebrities' stance on the subject, while some agreed that there was some logic to it. This morning Piers Morgan shared a tweet about Dame Joanna’s comments with his 7.9 million Twitter followers. The journalist retweeted GB News presenter Isabel Oakeshott, 47, who had shared her interview speaking to Joanna Lumley about the subject with her 195, 100 followers. In the caption Isabel wrote: “‘GET OVER IT!’ Joanna Lumley's take on the rush to describe all sadness as ‘mental illness’ - listen to the full podcast on my website.”In his retweet, Piers added: “LOVE this…” with four clapping emojis. “Of course, when I’ve regularly said similar stuff, I’ve been branded a heartless monster. “Perhaps now a national treasure like Dame Joanna’s said it, people may understand it’s actually a good thing to show mental resilience & a bit of ‘stiff upper lip.’”In the video itself, Dame Joanna tried to draw the distinction between struggling with serious mental health issues and feeling sad.She said: “When somebody dies and you grieve, that’s what being a human is.

THE most famous phrase in showbusiness is, “The show must go on!”. It originates in the 19th century in circuses, when either performers got injured doing death-defying stunts or animals got loose, and the ringmaster would bound out to keep the entertainment going and stop the audience from worrying or panicking and fleeing the Big Top.

Barry Cryer sadly died at the age of 86 last week in hospital surrounded by his family. His loved ones have shared a wonderful tribute to the beloved star, which was posted to his Twitter page. Barry, whom many will remember from BBC radio comedy programme I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue, was known for working with icons from the entertainment industry. Over the course of his career, the comedian worked with talent including The Two Ronnies, Morecambe and Wise, Tommy Cooper, Les Dawson and Bob Hope. News of Barry's passing was confirmed by the star's family who said he died “peacefully, in good spirits and with his family around him” on Tuesday afternoon.The statement read: “It is our sad duty to inform you that our dear dad Barry (or Baz to his mates) died on Tuesday afternoon (25th January 2022) at Northwick Park Hospital, in Harrow.“However, we're pleased to say that he died peacefully, in good spirits and with his family around him.

BBC's The One Show to discuss his memories of the legendary comedy writer. Read more Katie Price's Mucky Mansion viewers agree builder Steve is real star of show for same reason Host Alex Jones played a clip of Barry made for The One Show in 2017 as he chatted to his grandson Archie about his impressive career.

January 27, 2022Cleese said: “Just heard about Barry Cryer. We worked together on the Frost Report, The 1948 Show, and Jokers Wild. “I never met a nicer, kinder, more cheerful man.

The One Show to remember his late friend and tell his fans memorable moments between the pair.Speaking to Alex Jones and Ronan Keating, Gyles explained why he was wearing a heart-knitted jumper.He said: "I've come in wearing a big heart because he had such a big heart."He was the most generous entertainer you can imagine, he loved just sharing comedy."And he always called himself a hack, not a writer."He called himself an entertainer, not a comedian."Gyles also recalled receiving phone calls from Barry nearly every day with a different joke, however the same joke followed in the final few calls.He continued: "I will miss his phone calls - he phoned sometimes every day of the week."I can get rid of my landline now he was the last to use it."And he used to tell a different joke every day, but recently he's been telling me the same joke."I'm not sure how long I've got these days. I don't even dare buy a green banana."Barry's death was announced on his Twitter page by his family in view of his 10,400 followers.The post read: "It is our sad duty to inform you that our dear dad Barry (or Baz to his mates) died on Tuesday afternoon (25th January 2022) at Northwick Park Hospital in Harrow."However, we're pleased to say that he died in good spirits with his family around him."The statement went on to praise the star for his special talents for making people laugh.It read: "He had a gift for friendship (as anyone who still has a landline will testify) and a genius for putting people at ease.

Piers Morgan has taken to Twitter to welcome a former colleague to his new TalkTV show.The former Good Morning Britain presenter welcomed the former ITV producer to NewsUK ahead of his big debut as he gets set to hit the airwaves in the spring.Piers, 56, penned: "Welcome aboard, Meg!" in response to an excited tweet from former ITV news producer Meg Cope, who seemed giddy at the new role as she departs her post at ITV.She wrote: "In the coming weeks I’ll be joining @piersmorgan and his team as an Assistant Producer for his new global show with @NewsUK."Excited to make some gripping TV & can’t WAIT to get started!"Grateful for my time at @itvnews and wish my amazing colleagues all the best," she ended her post.Followers rushed to the comments to wish Meg luck in her new role.“Congratulations! Great stuff xx" while another added: “Welcome Meg!”Speaking about his new show, the outspoken media personality told the BBC earlier this month: "I am launching a new global daily TV show for Rupert Murdoch's news corporation in America, starting in the spring."It will air daily in the UK, daily in the US and in Australia daily as well so I will be a tri-continental irritant which is something I have been aspiring to be for quite some time.”The broadcaster said his new show will include opinion, debate and big interviews.Piers made headlines when he stormed off the set of Good Morning Britain last year after saying he did not believe the Duchess of Sussex's claims about her mental health, made during her headline-grabbing interview with Oprah Winfrey.The broadcast was the most complained-about TV episode of 2021, prompting 54,595 complaints to the media watchdog.Speaking to The Sun, he said: “Pushy little Princess Pinocchio tried her

@HatchEndMoons for the high-rolling supporters of @RobertWRossEsq and his forthcoming classic #ForgottenHeroesofComedy. Yes, that is @barrycryer80 pic.

Piers Morgan's political analysis was devoured by his 7.9 million followers, as he reacted to the news that Prince Andrew has agreed to undergo a public trial.

Piers Morgan and Stephen Fry have led the tributes to comedy veteran Barry Cryer who died aged 86.The English writer was known for his talents as an actor and comedian, as well as writing for performers including Tommy Cooper, Les Dawson, Dick Emery, Kenny Everett, and Sir Bruce Forsyth.Broadcaster Piers branded Cryer a ‘giant of British comedy’ on social media and the 56-year-old journalist shared a photo of the late star smiling.He wrote: ‘RIP Barry Cryer, 86. Such a warm, funny and talented man. A giant of British comedy.

Barry Cryer OBE has died aged 86. The comedian died on Tuesday afternoon (25 January) at Northwick Park Hospital in Harrow, according to a statement from his family. He died “peacefully” and in “good spirits” surrounded by his family.

Princess Diana back to his flat. Barry’s family announced today (January 27) that the comedian had passed away at the age of 86.In a statement, the comedy titan’s family said he had died peacefully in “good spirits” and had been making jokes right until the end.

who has died aged 86, was one of Britain’s most talented comedy scriptwriters, a calling he successfully matched with appearances on television and radio panel games, most notably Radio 4’s anarchic weekly show I’m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue. Starting as a stand-up comedian at the Windmill Theatre in the 1950s, he suffered so badly from a disfiguring form of eczema that he turned to writing instead. With his trademark shock of white hair, bulbous nose and ferocious eyebrows, Cryer later returned to the microphone, and as well as his radio dates had become a popular after-dinner speaker and regular pundit on the business of being funny.

BBC Radio 4 show I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue since it began in 1972. Barry also wrote episodes for the TV comedy series Doctor in the House. Following news of his death today, celebrity friends and admirers of Barry flocked to social media to pay tribute.

K.J. Yossman British comedian Barry Cryer, who wrote for sketch shows including ‘The Two Ronnies’ and ‘Morecambe and Wise,’ died on Tuesday in London, his family have confirmed. He was 86.In a statement, the family wrote: “We’re pleased to say that he died peacefully, in good spirits and with his family around him.”“Dad was a talented comedy writer and comedian in a particularly golden vintage.

Good Morning Britain presenter Piers Morgan has taken to Twitter to welcome a former colleague to his new talkTV show.The former ITV news multimedia producer tweeted excitedly about joining the outspoken media personality, 56, at News UK's TV channel after he left GMB in March last year.In view of his 7.9 million followers, the former ITV host welcomed his new colleague.Piers penned: "Welcome aboard, Meg!"The star was responding to a tweet from former ITV news producer Meg Cope who had shared her exciting news.She wrote: "In the coming weeks I’ll be joining @piersmorgan and his team as an Assistant Producer for his new global show with @NewsUK."Excited to make some gripping TV & can’t WAIT to get started!"Grateful for my time at @itvnews and wish my amazing colleagues all the best," she ended her post.The TV producer was soon inundated with comments of support from Twitter users, wishing her well in her new role.Sam McAlister wrote: "Congratulations! Great stuff xx."While Erron Gordon penned: "Welcome Meg!"Piers previously welcomed on board GMB's former series director Erron after he announced that he was joining the Life Stories host at NewsUK.The former newspaper editor penned: "The very best TV directors thrive off unpredictability, spontaneity & flying by the seat of their pants."Loved working with Erron because the more I tried to trip him up, the more he enjoyed it.Piers continued: "A brilliant talent and ferociously loyal colleague & friend."Huge loss for @GMB," he added.Erron worked with Piers on his show Life Stories, which started in 2009, and saw the outspoken media personality interview former president of the United States, Donald Trump.In a bittersweet post, Erron reflected on his time at the broadcaster,

Legendary comedian Barry Cryer has died at the age of 86.