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The Fast Show are reuniting for a live tour to celebrate the sketch show’s 30th anniversary.Today (January 25), it was announced that An Evening With The Fast Show will run between February and April 2024, with cast members Simon Day, Charlie Higson, John Thomson, Paul Whitehouse, Mark Williams, and Arabella Weir all featuring.In a statement, the show’s promoters said: “Fans of the iconic TV programme The Fast Show are in for a real treat as the original cast members – Simon Day, Charlie Higson, John Thomson, Paul Whitehouse, Mark Williams and Arabella Weir – bring their comedic genius to theatres across the country this spring.“This celebratory live tour will be a huge treat for fans of the multi-award winning quick-fire TV sketch show and provide a real behind-the-scenes insight into some of their favourite characters and catchphrases as they come alive on stage once again.“The cast will chat together about how it all began, how they made the TV show, and created the characters and the fun they had doing it.

The Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital patients were surprised by famous Mancunian stars as a Christmas treat organised by the Manchester Foundation Trust Charity.

A star-studded action will be held next month by Stone Roses legend Mani and his wife Imelda Mounfield in aid of a local charity close to their hearts.

A whole host of Lanarkshire charities and youth groups have benefited from the generosity of freemasons in Stonehouse.

Emmerdale, has died aged 31.The actor’s family has confirmed the sad news, describing Sam as a “sensitive soul”.  Sam's sister Amy Kelly paid tribute to the late star, saying: "Sam was a whirlwind, a unique character to say the least."He genuinely cared for others and was a very sensitive soul. “It is clear from the tributes we have received that he touched the hearts of so many.’’Close friend Lewis Matthews added: "Sam was a ‘real life Duracell bunny' with a seemingly endless supply of energy and love.READ MORE: Anne Heche 'rushed to hospital with burns as car crashes into house'"He delighted audiences with his charm, wit and his wonderful musical abilities."The star's death is being investigated by police but is not being treated as suspicious.Sam starred on the ITV soap alongside Emma Atkins - who plays Charity Dingle - back in 2019.As Sam tragically died in California, his family have had to start a JustGiving page to raise money to bring him back home to the UK."Due to the recent and sudden passing of Sam.

MEN's Pride of Manchester Awards will be taking place tonight (May 10), with the event honouring the region's unsung heroes and those who have done incredible things.Hosted by Coronation Street's Kym Marsh, the ceremony will be presented on Tuesday, May 10 at The Kimpton ClockTower Hotel in Manchester – but it won't premiere on YouTube until May 17.With the red carpet set to be brimming with celebrities donning their glitziest ensembles, there will be a whole host of stars in attendance.The likes of Spice Girls legend Mel B will be there, as well as radio star Fleur East, and TV presenter Vernon Kay.Love Island stars Paige Turley and Finn Tapp will be their too, alongside co-stars from a different series Faye Winter and Teddy Soares.Loose Women's Denise Welch will be there too, alongside Cold Feet actor John Thomson, and Corrie stars Lucy Fallon, Katie McGlynn and Anthony Cotton.Olympian Becky Adlington OBE and Dame Sarah Storey will also be there, as well as Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham.The celebrities will witness a slew of awe-inspiring people take home coveted gongs for the incredible and brave acts that they have carried out.Winners include a Manchester medic who has led the UK’s response to humanitarian disasters for more than 30 years.An activist and campaigner also picks up an award for devoting their life to protecting young people from violent crime.One nine-year-old who has battled through more than three years of chemotherapy will get recognised for their bravery.Two more taking home gongs are a woman who has helped thousands of women escape domestic abuse and a firefighter who lost their daughter to suicide.In previous years winners from the Pride of Manchester go on to be recognised on the national stage

A thief has been jailed for robbing two Ayr town centre businesses after breaking into them during night-time raids.

As the weather cheers up and April begins, it’s a sign that better things are on the way.

ITV2 have are set to release a brand new comedy show called Deep Heat, which will feature ex-Coronation Street actor Richard Fleeshman, who fans will know as troubled Craig Harris.Heartthrob Richard will appear as the brother of the main character, who can be seen completely stripped down to just his tiny wrestling pants in the promotional pictures.Many fans will be unable to recognise Richard as young Craig who appeared in Coronation Street from 2002 to 2006. In one of Corrie’s most harrowing storylines, Craig lost his entire family throughout 2005 as his sister killed their father, which his mother took the blame for.She ended up in prison while his sibling killed herself and he was eventually put in the care of his grandfather.

John Thomson reads graphic books about serial killers to ensure no one sits next to him on trains.The comedian and actor loves to delve into gruesome horror and true crime tomes when he is travelling to pass the time.And he has found it is the ultimate deterrent and puts people off sitting anywhere near him.He said: “I am a huge fan of true crime. I love books on profilers and serial killers.“But some of the covers are quite graphic and it will guarantee me a table seat in a train alone.

BBC blunder appeared to go unnoticed by the show's host Bradley Walsh, 61.Bradley asked celebrities guest that included Karim, comedian Judi Love, GBBO host Sue Perkins, The Masked Singer presenter Joel Dommett, Loose Women panelist Gloria Hunniford and actor John Thomson: "What blank would you use to remove an appendix?"Judi, explained that she was keeping her answer versatile as she chimed: "Tool," which caused an eruption of laughter.However Karim, opted for "spanner", but when he flashed up the card the drawing didn't appear to look anything like the metal toolbox item.This is a live TV story and is constantly being updated.Please refresh the page regularly to get the latest TV updates.

DON'T MISS...Louise Minchin admits what really pushed her to quit BBC Breakfast [INSIGHT]Rachel Riley speaks out as Susie Dent gets suspended from Twitter [UPDATE]Piers Morgan reacts to 'sad news' after ITV colleague's death [INSIGHT]The figure was record-breaking and said to reflect her lost earning potential as an actress.Men Behaving Badly, which is approaching its 30th anniversary, ran for six seasons from 1992 to 1997.It also starred Neil Morrissey as her love interest Tony and Martin Clunes as his roommate Gary.Jonathan Creek actress Caroline Quentin, comedian Harry Enfield and Cold Feet star John Thomson also starred in the show which originally aired on BBC but later moved to ITV.Leslie confirmed that there have been talks of a

Joe Hart paid tribute to John Thomson to mark 90 years since his tragic passing. On September 5 1931 Thomson sadly lost his life aged just 22 following a collision during a match against Rangers at Ibrox.

Tracy also recently opened up to the Daily Star on Sunday ahead of the new documentary.She shared how she is still grief-stricken from his passing 28 years later.She told the publication: "After I met Les, life was fabulous but then he died very suddenly."I still haven’t got over it.

Alton Towers Resort hosted an exclusive closed event for the resort’s newest ride experience, Gangsta Granny: The Ride, based on David Walliams’ best-selling children’s novel Gangsta Granny. The event was attended by celebrities, Myleene Klass, Jorgie Porter, Matt Wolfenden, Charley Webb, Nicole Bass, John Thomson and Tina O’Brien.

BBC One at 9pm – as part of the BBC’s Festival Of Funny.Her Fast Show colleague John Thomson will present a series of clips from her work, including The Mrs Merton Show and The Royle Family, in the half-hour programme. Caroline died of lung cancer at home in Timperley, Greater Manchester, aged 52, in 2016.

Celebrity Big Brother throwback clip.The Saturday night quiz show saw team captains Fay Ripley and Rob Beckett's teams go head to head to test their ultimate TV knowledge.Richard Madeley joined Josie d'Arby with their captain Fay, while John Thomson and Emilia Fox teamed up with Rob with the hopes of being crowned the show champions.Viewers at home may have been left feeling excited after discovering who was on the lineup, but one specific clip didn't go down too well.Those watching at home were treated to perhaps one of the most famous Celebrity Big Brother clips in history, which saw Scottish MP George Galloway, purr like a cat.During the infamous house task, George, 66, was seen pretending to lick cream from the hands of Rula, 73, while

John Thomson became the latest contestant to be eliminated from the show and revealed as the Bush Baby.  And The Masked Singer UK is set to wave goodbye to another TWO celebrities when it returns to screens on Saturday night with an exciting change to routine.

The Masked Singer UK returned for a second series earlier this month with Rita Ora, 30, Davina McCall, 53, Jonathan Ross, 60, back in their hot seats with new panellist Mo Gilligan, 32.The top secret show sees celebrities hiding behind elaborate outfits in a bid to keep the identities secret.The famous faces in question perform for the panellists and audience, as well provide them with a series of clues about themselves.So far, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Mel B, Martine McCutcheon, Glenn Hoddle and John Thomson have been unveiled.In a new interview, singer Rita began by revealing the “songs get better” as the series continues.But not being allowed to spill too much more, she added: “I have signed one million NDAs because that's the name of the

John Thomson has spoken out about the reality of filming on The Masked Singer, following his elimination over the weekend. The former Cold Feet star became the fifth celebrity to be unmasked on Saturday night’s show, which came as a surprise to a lot of viewers, who hadn’t expected to see John under the Bush Baby costume.

The Masked Singer'sJohn Thomson might have unmasked himself as Bush Baby on Saturday's show, but his family were on to his secret from quite early on.Apparently, John's daughters, Olivia and Sophia, know him very well because he told This Morning hosts Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby that they've been "badgering him" about whether he was Bush Baby for a while."My daughters Olivia and Sophia were on to it very early because they pick up my little mannerisms – it's the tiny stuff they recognised," he said."Some of the clues as well.