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Blackadder will be returning for a Comic Relief special this year – although lead star Rowan Atkinson will not be involved.Curtis, who created the iconic sitcom alongside Atkinson in the 1980s, shared the news during an appearance on BBC Radio 2 Breakfast show this morning (February 14).Admitting that he was “nervous” to make the announcement, the writer confirmed that new sketch will see Tony Robinson reprise his role as Baldrick.“For the first time in 20 years, Baldrick is going to be giving some kind of performance,” he said. “We’re just conspiring about it now, so I think there’s going to be a marvellous, turnip-based thing with Tony Robinson now back in action, so I’m excited about that.”Asked if Atkinson would also feature in the special, Curtis replied: “No,Rowan’s far too serious to do any of that!”Last year, Ben Elton, who wrote Blackadders seasons two, three and four, ruled out the possibility of a fully-fledged return, telling Radio Times magazine that he didn’t have an “appetite” to create further seasons of the sitcom.“We were a great team and I’ve talked so many times about doing something else.

Blackadder is set to return to our screens after a 20-year hiatus Richard Curtis has confirmed.

Stephen said: "I just suddenly saw myself as in the wrong place, doing the wrong thing. "I wanted to get away from everything I knew and really the first thing I wanted to do was take my life." Steven was stunned by Stephen's raw admission mid-way through their interview.Stephen went into further detail about the difficult time in his life and how he managed to overcome his struggles. He later explored how manic depression can "shroud a mind" for a BBC series in 2006 called The Secret Life of the Manic Depressive. Stephen said he started walking each morning in London and listening to or reading audiobooks to cope. "It's really been a slow process of allowing myself to be who I am and not to fight for my place at the table," the writer explained. "I am who I am and I don't have to say yes to everything I am asked to do."Back in 2016, Stephen credited his husband, Elliot Spencer, with saving his life after falling madly in love and tying the knot the year before.The national treasure gushed over his husband, who he credited for helping him get to "a great place”."My husband has saved my life," Stephen told The Sun. "I think just the happiness and security and calm of being with him. I am in a great place right now." He added: "Rates of suicide and self-harm are terrifying through Britain.

“Of course, I found a kind of permanent love - that’s very ungracious, but I got married nearly eight years ago and that’s changed things.“Especially talking about that child early on who knew he was gay and saw ahead of him only a life of exile and shame.”Stephen admitted: “The prospect that I could ever actually be married and live happily and for it to be no big deal to anybody[…].That’s made a big difference.”Back in 2016, Stephen credited Elliot with saving his life after falling madly in love and tying the knot the year before.Stephen has been open about his battle with depression and attempted to commit suicide in 2012. But the national treasure gushed over his husband, who he credited for helping him get to "a great place”."My husband has saved my life," Stephen told The Sun. "I think just the happiness and security and calm of being with him. I am in a great place right now." He added: "Rates of suicide and self harm are terrifying through Britain.

BBC bosses are reported to be planning a celebrity version of The Traitors after its first season became the surprise smash hit success of the end of 2022.

A Place In The Sun star Jonnie Irwin has given fans an insight into his home after investing in a new fireplace this week.The 49-year-old said he was "so stoked" by the new addition as they prepare for Christmas. The presenter began by showing fans the space he made for his new fire stove as he discussed his home improvements.Speaking as he filmed, he could be heard saying it was an "exciting day today".In the video, the wooden floors could be seen covered with blue plastic covers in preparation to decorate.The room also featured green walls, a large cream corner sofa and a wall-mounted TV.Piers Morgan hits back as Stephen Fry calls him an old 'c**t'Of his new fireplace, he went on to say: "They are putting in that, and I am so stoked! I love a fire.The cabinets are made."Bit of decorating to be done but this room is really taking shape."The presenter then turned the camera around to show his followers into his conservatory which had a row of logs along the windowsill."And then hopefully, I can burn that wood supply that I've been drying out for the past month or so.

Piers Morgan has called for King Charles III to strip Prince Harry and Meghan Markle of their royal titles following their swipe at his brother William in their new Netflix trailer.The 57-year-old went as far as calling them "poisonous rats" in his latest tweet as he continues to slam the pair.The 57-year-old responded to ITV's royal editor Chris Ship, who shared the new trailer on Twitter. In the clip, Prince Harry says of his family: “They were happy to lie to protect my brother, but they were never willing to tell the truth to protect us."Meghan went on to say: “I wasn’t being thrown to the wolves, I was being fed to the wolves."Addressing their decision to leave the Royal Family in 2020, he added: "This was a fight worth fighting for."Piers Morgan hits back as Stephen Fry calls him an old 'c**t'In response to the clip, Piers wrote: "King Charles needs to strip these two poisonous rats of all remaining titles & ties to the Royal Family...

Harry Kane received criticism after he failed to score his second penalty in a tense match against France last Saturday.The England captain's mistake subsequently cost the team their place in the World Cup 2022.After the game, Harry's wife Katie was seen with her head in her hands appearing to be emotional.She supported the team from the stands amongst the likes of Jordan Pickford's wife Megan, Kyle Walker's partner Annie Kilner and Jack Grealish's girlfriend Sasha Attwood.Katie has since broken her social media silence following the team's devastating loss.Taking to her Story, the mother-of-three shared a picture of her husband being comforted by England manager Gareth Southgate alongside the words "always proud".Piers Morgan hits back as Stephen Fry calls him an old 'c**t'She went on to share a post from David Beckham who offered some comforting words for the Three Lions.He wrote: "Our boys will continue to grow."It's always the worst feeling waking up after being knocked out of a tournament but our players, Gareth the staff and all our fans can be proud of this team."It takes a true leader to step up in these moments and that's what our captain did, the next time it will be a different ending we walk away with our heads held high @england."Katie concluded her Instagram Story with a picture of her spouse and his fellow players, writing: "What a team, our time will come."The WAG spoke out after Harry told fans he was "absolutely gutted" over losing 2-1 to France.He added: "We’ve given it everything and it’s come down to a small detail which I take responsibility for."There’s no hiding from it, it hurts and it’ll take some time to get over it but that’s part of sport.Stacey Dooley says she's a 'moron' in hospital gear

Stephen Fry says not having children has left a huge hole in his life. Although the 65-year-old actor and presenter discussed having children with his husband Elliott Spencer, 35, when they wed in 2015, he said he has now come to terms with the reality that they won't have kids together. According to The Mirror, he said: "There is a part of me that obviously feels in another world, if I’d timed things right, I might have had children.

“Robbie was a unique talent, sharing the Guinness Book of Records' Award for winning three consecutive Best Actor BAFTAs for his portrayal of Fitz in Granada TV's series Cracker in 1994, 1995 and 1996 with Sir Michael Gambon."He will probably be best remembered for decades to come as Hagrid in the Harry Potter films, a role which brought joy to children and adults alike all over the world, prompting a stream of fan letters every week for over 20 years.”Belinda continued: “James Bond fans write too to applaud his role in GoldenEye and The World Is Not Enough."For me personally I shall remember him as an abidingly loyal client.“As well as being a wonderful actor, he was forensically intelligent, brilliantly witty and after 40 years of being proud to be called his agent, I shall miss him.”The actor and comedian’s death sparked an outpouring of grief across the world as fellow stars and fans alike shared their tributes.Stephen Fry, with whom he starred in the comedy series Alfresco, led tributes for the star on social media.He tweeted: "I first met Robbie Coltrane almost exactly 40 years ago. I was awe/terror/love struck all at the same time."Such depth, power and talent: funny enough to cause helpless hiccups & honking as we made our first TV show, 'Alfresco'.

Harry Potter star Robbie Coltrane died from multiple organ failure, the Sunday Mail can reveal.

Twitter to remember his former co-star Robbie Coltrane, who sadly died yesterday. Hugh paid tribute to the Harry Potter actor by sharing a throwback to their time together. Yesterday, Hugh tweeted: “I hope it’s OK to spout memories: I used to ride with Robbie Coltrane between Manchester and London in his sort-of-restored MGA.“I’d roll him cigarettes while he discoursed on the ways of the world, and I don’t think I’ve ever laughed or learned so much in my life.”Hugh acted alongside Robbie in the period sitcom Blackadder and in the sketch series Alfresco.The late Scottish actor appeared in several high-profile British series and film franchises, including the James Bond films.He is also well known for playing beloved Hogwarts gamekeeper Rubeus Hagrid in the Harry Potter franchise. Hugh’s Blackadder and Alfresco co-star Stephen Fry, who is also the narrator of the Harry Potter audiobooks, shared another touching tribute to Robbie. Stephen wrote: “I first met Robbie Coltrane almost exactly 40 years ago.

Fans are mourning the loss of Robbie Coltrane.

Actor Stephen Fry and author JK Rowling have lead a string of poignant tributes to the late Robbie Coltrane, after his sad death was announced on Friday at the age of 72. The Scottish star, whose real name is Anthony Robert McMillan, was best known for playing the beloved Hogwarts gamekeeper Hagrid and starring as criminal psychologist Dr Eddie ‘Fitz’ Fitzgerald in ITV’s crime drama Cracker. He tragically passed away at Forth Valley Royal Hospital in Larbert, near Falkirk in Scotland, his agent of 40 years Belinda Wright confirmed on Friday.

Harry Potter films, has died at the age of 72.A cause of death has not yet been revealed but the news was confirmed by his agent Belinda Wright. In a statement, she said: “My client and friend Robbie Coltrane OBE passed away on Friday October 14.“Robbie was a unique talent, sharing the Guinness Book of Records’ Award for winning three consecutive Best Actor Baftas for his portrayal of Fitz in Granada TV’s series Cracker in 1994, 1995 and 1996 with Sir Michael Gambon.”She continued: “He will probably be best remembered for decades to come as Hagrid in the Harry Potter films, a role which brought joy to children and adults alike all over the world, prompting a stream of fan letters every week for over 20 years.

George Michael's ex Kenny Goss has said the singer was a "tortured soul" but is "happy now". The 'Careless Whisper' star died in 2016 at the age of 53 and his life is being examined in a new documentary called 'George Michael: Portrait of an Artist' and Kenny - who dated George for 15 years - has spoken out about the star in a new interview to promote the film - insisting he believes his ex is finally at peace. He told People.

Her Majesty the Queen’s pallbearers have been praised for their service to the late monarch after carrying her 500lb coffin from Westminster Hall to St George’s Chapel – but there was more to their duty than carrying her coffin. The coffin bearers, some of whom flew over from Iraq for the Queen’s historic state funeral, were also tasked with something that wasn’t shown on cameras after the 96 year old’s monarch was lowered into the vault.

Harry Styles led a round of applause for the Queen during his gig at New York’s Madison Square Garden last night (September 8).Queen Elizabeth II died yesterday at her Balmoral estate in Scotland, bringing her 70-year reign to an end. She was 96 years old.Styles took a moment to pay tribute to the monarch during his latest gig at the New York arena, telling the crowd: “From my homeland, there was some very sad news today: the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.”The pop star then asked the 20,000-capacity audience to “join me in a round of applause for 70 years of service”.

Elton John and Stephen Fry have led the celebrity tributes following the death of Queen Elizabeth II aged 96.Buckingham Palace confirmed that her majesty died on Thursday at Balmoral with her loved ones, the royal family at her bedside.News of her death came after it was announced at lunchtime that she was under medical supervision and ‘comfortable’.The Queen’s four children – Prince Charles, the Princess Royal, the Duke of York, and the Earl of Wessex – rushed to be with her in her final hours and were also joined by the Duchess of Cornwall and the Countess of Wessex.Celebrities from across the globe have paid tribute to the Queen and praised her impressive seven-decade tenure on the throne.Sir Elton John described the Queen as an ‘inspiring presence’ and said he would ‘miss her dearly’.‘Along with the rest of the nation, I am deeply saddened to hear the news of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth’s passing,’ he wrote.Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has died after 70 years on the throne, with her death announced by Buckingham Palace on September 8, 2022. She died at the age of 96 surrounded by her family at her home in Balmoral, including her son and heir to the throne Charles, the Prince of Wales, and her grandsons, the Duke Of Cambridge, Prince William and the Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry.Follow Metro.co.uk's live blog for the latest updates.Oh dear. Oh my.

"Earth To Alice" is a one-woman show which starts tomorrow at the Fringe and runs for 8 days straight. The Belfast-born creative says she was delighted to see Mr Fry highlight her work, especially when both of them are so passionate about improving mental health provision for those who need it most. Read more: Niall Horan chats to delighted fans at Belfast City Airport The famous TV presenter, writer and actor described Alice as one of the "growing list of wonderful young poets coming from Northern Ireland.

He said: “I spent the first week in panic mode, not knowing what to do. “Then I thought, you can either bend to it or knuckle down and get on with things.“They have given me no idea of the timescale. It could be weeks; it could be years. “Until we have gone through the chemo we don’t know what’s going on.