Russell Howard's full statement after announcing retirement from TV

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Russell Howard has bid farewell to television after a 19-year stint, opting instead to devote his time to stand-up comedy and podcasting.

The seasoned comedian, who's enjoyed success with his shows on BBC and Sky, building significant wealth in the process, made it clear he won't be returning to the small screen anytime soon.During an appearance on the Have A Word podcast, Howard explained: "I don't do TV anymore, I just do stand-up and my podcast."He elaborated on his career shift, stating: "I was all over the world and it was just fun.

TV is fun but it's not as fun [as stand-up]. Writing a book I couldn't do because I don't want to sit and entertain myself but doing stand-up is what I love doing.

It's not entertainment for committee, it's your dictatorship. The audience are like this brilliant jury that let you know through laughter whether it works or not."Recalling memories on the podcast hosted by comedians Adam Rowe and Dan Nightingale, Howard also looked back fondly at his Netflix special and documentary, which offered a rare insight into his personal life, sharing moments such as the poignant tale of spending a year sharing his bed with his epileptic brother Daniel following a major seizure.