Peter Kay: Last News

three years out of the public eye.The comedian appeared at a charity gig at Manchester’s O2 Apollo today, with a Q&A session in the afternoon and another one taking place in the evening.Tickets sold out in less than half an hour, as many delightedly nabbed passes to the shows, which are being held to fundraise for student Laura Nuttall’s aggressive cancer treatment.PA states fans were on their feet to receive the Car Share star as he appeared on stage for the first of two live Q&As.Surprised by the reaction, he told the crowd: ‘I’ve never in my life had a standing ovation when I came on.‘I’m going to go away for four more years.’At the matinee performance, Peter stated he was ‘nervous’ to make a return to the spotlight after so many years

Boris Johnson 'was swept out to sea and nearly drowned while on holiday'From dirt tracks to skate parks, could your kids’ hobby end up an Olympic dream?Peter Kay met with standing ovation from delighted fans as he returns to stageThe Kool and the Gang members then became household names with timeless hits Ladies’ Night, Celebration and Get Down On it.They didn’t just command chart success, the stars also earned two Grammy Awards, seven AMAs and more than 30 gold and platinum albums.Thomas last played with the band on July 4, appearing at the Hollywood Bowl in LA.He is survived by his wife Phynjuar Saunders Thomas, their daughter, Tuesday Rankin, sons David Thomas and Devin Thomas, and a host of nieces, nephews and grandchildren.This is a

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Peter Kay, 48, returned to the stage at the O2 Apollo in Manchester for charity today. The Doing it for Laura gigs are to raise funds for 20-year-old Laura Nuttall who is suffering from a glioblastoma multiforme, an aggressive form of brain cancer.The Car Share actor was seen in a black cap with a black mask as he arrived at the venue earlier today.He dressed casually in a black t-shirt and shorts for the British summer weather.Peter hasn’t made a public professional appearance since a 2018 charity screening of Car Share, while his last tour in 2017 was cancelled due to "unforeseen family circumstances"However, the Bolton-born comic received a standing ovation as he appeared on stage at the Apollo, Manchester, for the first of two live

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Peter Kay’s long-awaited return to the spotlight has been met with a fervent response from fans, as tickets to his stage shows sold out in less than 30 minutes.While many are delighted at scoring a seat to one of his rare gigs, others have been left ‘gutted’ at missing out.The comedian, who has been largely absent from the public eye for the last three years, will host two live Q&As in aid of Laura Nuttall, 20, who has an aggressive type of brain cancer called glioblastoma multiforme.The two shows, called Doing It For Laura, will take place at the 3,500-capacity O2 Apollo Manchester on August 7.Both events – at 1.30pm and 6.30pm – sold out within half an hour of going on sale at 9am on Friday and fans were then directed towards a waiting

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She spilled: “He just called up out of the blue and said, ‘How can I help?’Kimberley Garner flashes bottom in eye-popping display at Cannes 2021“So we’ve met with him a few times, we’ve been out for lunch with him, but obviously Covid put paid to any fundraising that we can do."So now, the coast is clear and it’s all happened in a bit of a flurry but it’s phenomenal.“We’re so excited about it."Nicola added that Laura had seen videos of Peter's comedy on YouTube, but said they were "holding onto" their faces with laughter after meeting him in person.“He’s genuinely just the funniest person imaginable.

The mother of a young woman suffering from a rare and aggressive form of brain cancer has revealed the 'incredible' moment Peter Kay called them up out of the blue and asked how he could help.

Peter Kay is well known for his stand up comedy, with tours that have taken him across the country – as well as the hilarious TV shows he’s brought us, including Phoenix Night and Peter Kay’s Car Share.

Bolton comedy star Peter Kay took a three-year break from the limelight due to “personal reasons” in 2017, along with his wife, Susan Gargan and their three children.

Car Share comedian Peter Kay will return to stage for the first time in three years to perform two “very special” shows “in aid of Laura Nuttall” on August 7.

Comedian Peter Kay has announced he will be performing two special live shows in August 2021.

Peter Kay, 48, has kept out of the spotlight since late 2017 when he cancelled his tour.

Peter Kay has broken his silence to announce he’ll be performing two very special live shows next month.The Car Share comedian, who stepped back from the public eye in 2017, will be participating in two Q&As in aid of Laura Nuttall at Manchester O2 Apollo on August 7.Laura, 20, was diagnosed with Glioblastoma multiforme, a fast-growing and aggressive brain tumour, in October 2018 after a brain scan that showed six tumours.Fans were bowled over by the news of the funnyman’s return, with one branding him an ‘absolute hero’.Laura’s mum wrote: ‘Still can’t believe this actually happening! So incredibly grateful to Peter for doing this and just cannot wait for August 7th.’Peter stepped back from the public eye in 2017, cancelling his 14-month

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