Tony Robinson: Last News

Blackadder legend Sir Tony Robinson hinted at the return of another classic show earlier this year. Speaking to The Sun, he revealed that his popular children's series Maid Marian might be making a comeback.The Baldrick star said: "A company I have worked with before has bought the rights to Maid Marian and Her Merry Men from me. We are in the process of creating a version of the original for television." With the possibility of Maid Marian and Her Merry Men returning to our screens, we've decided to check in on where the cast is now, over three decades later.

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Timmy Mallett is best known for whacking TV contestants over the head with an inflatable mallet, but the TV star has now reinvented himself and has accrued tens of thousands of fans in the process. The former children's TV presenter has hung up his mallet but you may pass him on the street.

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Blackadder star Tony Robinson has teased a potential reunion to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the legendary show.The much-loved historical sitcom, which starred co-creator Rowan Atkinson alongside Robinson throughout, was last produced in 1999 for the film special Blackadder: Back & Forth. That followed just over a decade on from the last full season of the show, 1989’s Blackadder Goes Forth.Last month, Robinson reprised his role as Baldrick from the show for a Comic Relief special, though Atkinson wasn’t present.Rumours swirled of a fifth season of the show in 2019, and Robinson has now addressed the potential of new episodes.Speaking on Lorraine today (April 10), Robinson was asked about a potential reunion, replying: “All I’m gonna say is, everybody likes to celebrate a 40th anniversary, don’t they?“So there must be some fresh way we can celebrate our 40th birthday, wouldn’t you think?”In 2021, Robinson said that a reunion was “not on the horizon,” telling The Independent: “A lot of [the reason for the interest of a reunion] is because it has been incorporated into the curriculum,” Robinson explained.

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.

MDHammond92 added: “Tony Robinson crying over cake turnips is the highlight of Christmas so far #BakeOff #GBBO”“Watching Tony Robinson cry because he got a handshake on Bake Off? I am also crying,” said Rhiannon_C_LA.Clothhwaltz penned: “Tony Robinson on Bake Off talking about Baldrick and his turnips I'm [crying emojis].”“Bless Tony Robinson on Bake Off, his reaction to doing well is adorable,” Scripps235 typed.The Christmas special comes after Tony revealed he is set to host a new batch of special Time Team episodes which will air on YouTube.The presenter is set for a comeback on the archaeology hit show thanks to a self-funded new broadcast online.Programme bosses have confirmed the exciting return of the actor-turned-TV host for a collection of new special programmes for their YouTube channel.Tony was replaced by Dr Gus Casely-Hayford earlier this year, as the show moved to the online platform.The long-running teatime show was a staple on Sunday nights for 17 years before being taken off air in 2011.When asked about his return, the Blackadder actor said: "It’s fantastic to be back! Time Team is part of the family to me and this really feels like coming home."Discussing the new offerings, Tony continued: "I’ve loved watching the new episodes as a fan.

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.

Angus “Drummie Zeb” Gaye, who sang and played drums on “Don’t Turn Around,” “Shine” and other hits for the UK reggae band Aswad, died September 2. He was 62.

John Wayne played another tough cop in 1975 action thriller, Brannigan, opposite Richard Attenborough. Set in London, the movie saw Duke's Chicago detective Lieutenant Jim Brannigan organise the extradition of an American mobster, who is kidnapped and held to random. The 67-year-old star had been suffering from major health problems for years, having had a cancerous lung removed a decade prior.

Express.co.uk have gone to Damian' representatives for comment.Helen was known for her roles as Narcissca Malfoy in the Harry Potter series and Aunt Polly in the BBC's Peaky Blinders.The final series of Peaky Blinders recently aired with the series paying tribute to the late star.As well as her Harry Potter co-stars in attendance at the service, her Peaky Blinder co-stars Joe and Finn Cole also attended.Other famous guests included Eddie Redmayne, Benedict Cumberbatch and Natascha McElhone.Damian and Helen had been married since 2007, with the actor taking to social media in April last year to announce the tragic news of his wife's passing.In a statement posted at the time, Damian penned: "I’m heartbroken to announce that after an heroic battle, the beautiful and mighty woman that is Helen McCrory has died peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family."She died as she lived. Fearlessly.

EXCLUSIVE: David Olusoga’s Uplands TV and Blackadder star Tony Robinson are combining on a history competition series for Channel 4 portfolio network More 4, in which UK people have to week to investigate and curate a museum about their road.

Dame Jacqueline Wilson and KT Tunstall are among a number of celebrities sharing childhood memories and photos in support of WaterAid’s campaign to help girls around the world complete their education. The Thirst For Knowledge campaign is working to get clean water and toilets into schools in countries such as Nepal, to ensure children’s health and education is not threatened. Wilson and Tunstall lead a group of famous faces backing the project, including actor Sir Tony Robinson, athlete Ellie Simmonds and TV chef Nadiya Hussain.

Prince William who knighted me.Rylan Clark-Neal breaks silence on marriage split 'I'm seeking help'“It was an extraordinary honour to be picked out as someone who has apparently made a sufficiently big contribution to our society to get a knighthood.“I would say it wasn’t as exciting in the same way as the wolves or as inspiring as it was going onto the Titanic or as beautiful as that mosaic."But as an honour, it was one of the most emotional things that’s ever happened to me.”The actor and presenter is best known to fans as Baldrick in the BBC television series Blackadder.He also presented several historical documentaries including the Channel 4 programmes Time Team and The Worst Jobs in History.In the earlier days of the show, Tony

YouTube episodes, with more in the pipeline.Sir Tony Robinson, 74,  began fronting Channel 4’s Time Team in 1994.The series spanned 20 years and included 59 one-off specials.Speaking to Express.co.uk, he said he discussed the revival with the team, but won’t be a part of it.He said: “I talked to them about it, I’m not going to do it mainly because of all my other commitments,” he confirmed.“I wouldn’t be able to commit myself to do it and anyway, what’s important, is that it should feel new, it should feel different.”Piers Morgan stuns fans as he details his 'lowest point' in lockdownThe Blackadder star went on to say he believes the new episodes should feature younger presenters to bring in a more diverse audience.“Given that there’s a

Prince Philip 'saddened' as royals seen 'as a soap opera' amid Megxit“I think just to slavishly repeat what we did before wouldn’t work very well.“It would look like a bunch of middle aged men trying to do what we did 25 years ago.“You’d have to find a different way of doing it, what that would be, who knows?”The hit show, written by Ben Elton, Richard Curtis and Rowan, ran for four series from 1983 to 1989.The former had previously ruled out writing new episodes of the sketch.Following the success of the show, Tony went on to host several historical documentaries including the Channel 4’s Time Team.Last month, the show’s creator Tim Taylor and archaeologist Prof Carenza Lewis confirmed the return of the classic programme after fans raised

Coin collectors can own a piece of British history as one of the UK's longest serving coins becomes available for the first time in almost a century.