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THE TRUTH ABOUT: Bill bailey - The Untold Story

'It's a human need': Bill Bailey explores his vaudeville epiphany on tour

'There's a sense of desire to be in a crowd, in a live experience, that cannot be replicated. It's unique. And long may it continue.'

Newcastle Herald

Strictly fan favourite claims he was offered Celebrity Traitors hosting job

A Strictly Come Dancing fan favourite has claimed that he was offered the chance to host The Traitors.

The Independent UK

Bill Bailey claims he was offered The Traitors hosting role

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The Traitors with no Claudia? Strictly star reveals he was offered presenter role

Claudia Winkleman has been with ‘The Traitors’ since it began in 2022, however a very different star almost hosted the franchise

The Independent UK

Celebrities call for permanent end to gnome ban at Chelsea flower show

Bill Bailey and Alan Titchmarsh paint gnomes for king’s garden at event, in one-off to raise funds for RHS campaign

The Guardian - UK

Stars show off their gnomes at Chelsea Flower Show as Chelsea in Bloom gets underway

Queen guitarist Sir Brian May, comedian Bill Bailey and presenter Dame Floella Benjamin were among those showing off their cheery garden ornaments.

Evening Standard

Stars show off their gnomes as Chelsea Flower Show gets underway

Queen guitarist Sir Brian May, comedian Bill Bailey and presenter Dame Floella Benjamin were among those showing off their cheery garden ornaments.

The Independent UK

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Bill Bailey and Richard Osman among those to receive honours from Princess Royal

Comedian Bill Bailey, broadcaster Richard Osman and celebrity chef Marcus Wareing are due to receive honours at Windsor Castle on Tuesday.

Evening Standard

There's a new UK streaming service coming and it seems perfect for those who need a laugh

Fancy a chuckle, this could be the new premium streaming service for you?

TV tonight: Bill Bailey outdoes himself in a new standup special

The comedian gives a funny and virtuosic performance. Plus: Riz Ahmed hosts Saturday Night Live UK. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK

Bill Bailey: ‘My long hair once got stuck in the Tube doors. I had to style it out’

INTERVIEW: The comedian and TV presenter speaks to Louis Chilton about the heart-rending new series of ‘Extraordinary Portraits’, why AI is a ‘dead end’ for comedy, and whether or not he’s outgrown his ‘bewildered hippy’ image

The Independent UK

TV tonight: hit or flop? The British version of SNL is finally here

It’s time to find out whether the US comedy staple raises laughs in the UK. Plus: remember Alan Partridge’s Kate Bush medley? Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: Crufts with Claudia Winkleman and Clare Balding

Dancing dogs and golden oldies are awarded at the annual canine bonanza. Plus: heartbreaking moments in The Walsh Sisters. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK

Bill Bailey’s Vietnam review – a tour of temples, tourist traps … and the odd awkward silence

The beloved comedian, musician and Strictly winner would rather stick to the landscapes and culture. Luckily, his reluctance to chat is saved by the sheer charisma of his interviewees

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TV tonight: Bill Bailey is a brilliant tour guide in Vietnam

Finally, a celebrity travelogue worth turning into. Plus: turn the volume up for the Brit Awards! Here’s what to watch this evening

Evening Standard

Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson to join artists in Extraordinary Portraits

In the show, fronted by comedian Bill Bailey, everyday heroes are immortalised in art.

Evening Standard

Schedule some laughs: The best comedy shows to see in 2026

The unmissable comedy tours you really should book now or risk missing out on big laughs this coming year

The Independent UK

Comedian and ex-Strictly Come Dancing winner Bill Bailey awarded MBE

Bill Bailey won Strictly Come Dancing in 2020 and has enjoyed a long-running stand-up comedy career

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Evening Standard

Pete Doherty’s Babyshambles joined by Carl Barat and Bill Bailey at London gig

The band were playing the last night of their Dandy Hooligan reunion tour at the Koko venue in Camden.

The Guardian - UK

Rylan, Alison Hammond ... Bill Bailey? Who could possibly replace Claudia and Tess on Strictly?

Now that Winkleman and Daly have stepped down, the race is on to find new presenters of Strictly Come Dancing. We look at the runners and riders who will have a very tough job on their hands

The Texas Tribune

Texas stock exchange gets federal approval as state tries to compete with New York heavyweights

The Texas Stock Exchange is expected to launch in Dallas next year, as economists wait to see if “Y’all Street” is big enough to support the exchange and challenge New York’s dominance in the financial sector.

Evening Standard

Sigur Rós at the Royal Albert Hall review: An out-of-body experience

5/5 The beloved Icelandic post-rock band kicked off the first of four nights at the Royal Albert Hall on Tuesday — and it didn’t disappoint

Evening Standard

Eric Idle at the Royal Albert Hall review: still finding life's bright side

This veteran comedian’s set brought together Monty Python memories, stories of Elvis Presley and the Masked Singer

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TV tonight: our highlights for Tuesday, September 16, including the Sewing Bee final

Plus, it's Bread Week on Bake Off, and Palin is off to Venezuela

The Guardian - UK

Last Night of the Proms review – star turns, good-natured flag waving and a rich Rule, Britannia!

Bill Bailey played a mean typewriter, Brian May and Roger Taylor raised laughs with Bohemian Rhapsody and trumpeter Alison Balsom bid a poignant farewell at just 46

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