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Matt Lucas blocks writer who complained about rash of celebrity authors. Then admits being ‘oversensitive’

Lucas wasn’t happy with a post calling out ‘prominence’ of celebrity writers in bookshops

The Independent UK

'Some people might be a little bit shocked': David Walliams gives update on Little Britain reboot

The cult sketch show has faced criticism for its offensive humour, including blackface, fat-shaming and racial stereotyping

Evening Standard

Noel Fielding reveals Matt Lucas told him to 'f*** off' in awkward GBBO exchange

Lucas, 49, joined Fielding in 2020 on the Channel 4 baking show for three seasons

Evening Standard

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Are Gen Z wrong to romanticise working class culture on TikTok?

The app is packed with trendy young types sinking pints at Wetherspoons, chomping down on fry ups and calling themselves 'charvas' — is this cosplaying offensive, or the ushering in of a new age? Maddy Mussen investigates

Evening Standard

Matt Lucas and David Walliams confirm Little Britain reboot with ‘more diversity’

Lucas said he respected that ‘things have changed’ since the BBC sketch show was originally broadcast in 2003

Evening Standard

Wonka review: Timothée Chalamet is a bit miscast in this otherwise magical Roald Dahl prequel

The Oompa Loompas are still problematic, but director Paul King’s follow-up to the Paddington movies can’t help but charm

The Independent UK

New on Netflix: 8 Shows And Movies To Watch This Week (Dec. 4-10)

From World War II to Indian musicals to more Great British Baking Show, here's what to check out on Netflix this week.

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Wonka is 'a Christmas film' says Timothee Chalamet as he meets fans at world premiere in London

Little Britain’s Matt Lucas and Oscar-winner Olivia Colman also star in the film

Evening Standard

I loathe Little Britain, but it shouldn’t be censored – let it fade away for being unfunny

Its relentless fat jokes and female grotesques were dated even when they were first broadcast

The Guardian - UK

Why Matt Lucas left Great British Bake Off

Comedian, who hosted the baking competition series for three years, stepped down from the role in December last year

The Independent UK

Why Matt Lucas left Great British Bake Off

Comedian, who hosted the baking competition series for three years, stepped down from the role in December last year

The Independent UK

Alison Hammond brings new zest to "GBBO"

In Hammond, the tent finally has a co-host whose style complements Noel Fielding's instead of overwhelming it

Salon

Who is Alison Hammond, the new host of The Great British Bake Off?

Get to know Hammond, who is taking over for former host Matt Lucas.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Why Matt Lucas is no longer hosting The Great British Bake Off

Without Lucas, the beloved baking show is once again entering a new era.

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The Independent UK

Why Matt Lucas left Great British Bake Off

Comedian, who hosted the baking competition series for three years, stepped down from the role in December last year

The National (Scotland)

This is why Matt Lucas left The Great British Bake Off

The Great British Bake Off has welcomed This Morning presenter Alison Hammond to the Channel 4 series but where is Little Britain star Matt Lucas?

Evening Standard

From Peep Show to Little Britain: The TV shows turning 20 in 2023

One show is still going 20 years on

The Independent UK

Noel Fielding opens up about ‘weird’ and ‘difficult’ start to working with friend Matt Lucas on Bake Off

Lucas has been replaced on the show by Alison Hammond

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Bake Off 2023: Meet the contestants in The Great British Bake Off’s new series

Ready, set, bake...

The Independent UK

Prue Leith shares her verdict on Alison Hammond’s highly anticipated Bake Off debut

‘This Morning’ presenter takes over hosting duties from Matt Lucas this year

The Guardian - UK

‘We clicked immediately. We just gelled’: Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding on their Bake Off double act

Alison Hammond makes her debut in the tent next week. Will her on-screen chemistry with Noel Fielding help the show get its sparkle back?

Salon

"Bake Off" won't learn from its mistakes

The series is loved for being inviting and educational. Why couldn't it extend that ethos to its theme weeks?

The Guardian - UK

From Alison Hammond to the Hollywood hug: behind the scenes with the brand new Bake Off

The Great British Bake Off is back – and they’re rethinking the way the show works. We step inside the tent to talk to the stars about going back to basics, nude rehearsals, bum injuries … and toning down the innuendo

Evening Standard

When does The Great British Bake Off start and who are the contestants?

Ready, set, bake...

The Independent UK

Parkinson’s northern accent was ‘very refreshing’, says Attenborough

Sir Michael Palin, Gary Lineker and Jamie Cullum have also paid tribute to Sir Michael Parkinson.

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