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Leigh Francis says ‘could’ve been worse’ after sustaining facial injury during DJ set

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The Independent UK

Keith Lemon actor Leigh Francis clawed in face by overzealous fan during DJ set

‘This is why I am not a fan of long nails,’ commented one worried fan of the ‘Celebrity Juice’ host

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Yungblud says people 'need to see' documentary about making of his new album

The singer was in Leicester Square for the premiere of the documentary

Evening Standard

Celebs gather in support of Robbie Williams at launch of singer's art project

Pop star turned artist came to town for his first-ever art show and invited a host of celebrities to share the moment

Evening Standard

The 15 most problematic TV shows of the 21st century, from Little Britain to Baby Reindeer, ranked

THE COUNTDOWN: When it comes to television, there’s ‘aged poorly’ and then there’s ‘what on earth were they thinking?’ – here are the modern series that broadcasters should regret (and we should probably regret watching), as selected by The Independent’s culture desk staff

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Leigh Francis explains why you’re meant to find Keith Lemon funny

‘Most comedians just want to make people laugh,’ the TV personality said

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Leigh Francis reveals incredible way 'homemade' song Christmas Pigs came to feature star-studded line-up

EXCLUSIVE The Celebrity Juice and Bo Selecta star is back with a new Christmas song and this time it’s for a good cause

Evening Standard

Sunday with Leigh Francis: ‘We’ll arrange a movie night, but it never happens’

The TV presenter, aka Keith Lemon, talks about making clothes, going to the pub for lunch and getting ignored by his teenage kids

The Guardian - UK

Chris and Rosie Ramsey look back: ‘The minute our marriage feels like it’s failing because of the strain of the podcast, it stops’

The hosts of the Shagged. Married. Annoyed. podcast on growing up together, how their relationship survived Chris’s comedy career, and the challenges of having kids

The Guardian - UK

Leigh Francis receives standing ovation as he makes special appearance in Back to the Future: The Musical

The comedian, famed for TV characters including Keith Lemon and Avid Merrion, took to the stage at the Adelphi Theatre in celebration of Back to the Future Day

Evening Standard

Amanda Holden receives a cute kiss from her husband as she completes 250-mile charity bike challenge

The Britain’s Got Talent judge was in good spirits as she crossed the finish line outside the Heart Radio headquarters in London’s Leicester Square

Evening Standard

How to watch ‘The Great Celebrity Bake Off 2024’ online – full series available now

Jodie Whittaker and Paloma Faith are among those who braved the Bake Off tent for charity. Read this guide for how to watch “The Great Celebrity Bake Off 2024” online and completely free.

Tom’s Guide

Leigh Francis: My First Time review – cacophonously unfunny with the emphasis on cack

The comic revives Avid Merrion, Keith Lemon and others in a scatological set of unimaginative jokes

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WhatToWatch

The Great Celebrity Bake Off 2024: how to watch, celebrity bakers, winners, hosts, judges and everything we know

The Great Celebrity Bake Off 2024 saw a new batch of famous faces in the white tent to raise money for Stand Up To Cancer.

The Independent UK

Leigh Francis responds to Russell Brand sexual assault allegations: ‘It’s just sad’

Metropolitan Police has opened an investigation into ‘a number of allegations of sexual offences’ the force has received against Brand

Manchester Evening News

Paddy McGuinness gets the same comment as he becomes Ginger Spice in snap from show that 'never aired'

The Top Gear host put in an impressive display as he slipped into Geri Horner [nee Halliwell's] famous Union Jack dress

Daily Mirror

Celebrity Juice's Keith Lemon reveals truth behind identity of famous character

Comedian Leigh Francis has revealed where the inspiration for his character Keith Lemon came from and why he's made the decision to strip things back

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Leeds Live

Keith Lemon star Leigh Francis' life from humble childhood to rarely seen wife and blackface apology

Keith Lemon star Leigh Francis has enjoyed a rags to riches story

Nottingham Post

Keith Lemon stuns One Show fans as he appears as himself for first time

Many viewers were left stunned, as they didn't realise that Keith Lemon was just a character.

Daily Mirror

Keith Lemon star stuns One Show fans as Leigh Francis appears as himself for first time

Comedian and former Celebrity Juice host Keith Lemon stunned fans as his creator Leigh Francis ditched his alter ego and appeared as himself as the first time on the One Show

Wales Online

BBC The One Show's Alex Jones recalls 'running away' from one of her first jobs

The Welsh presenter worked for an energy company 'a long time ago' and found it 'terrifying'

Evening Standard

Keith Lemon aka Leigh Francis announces first ever UK tour: how to get tickets

As part of the 2024 tour, the comic will include characters such as Keith Lemon, Bear and Avid Merrion

Leeds Live

Keith Lemon actor Leigh Francis announces first ever live tour - and he is bringing it to Leeds

The tour will be taking in Sheffield, Halifax, York and Bradford before the homecoming gig in Leeds for the final date of the tour

Evening Standard

Leigh Frances ditches Keith Lemon alter ego as he announces first ever live tour

My First Time will tick off 18 dates across the UK in 2024, and will see him revive various Bo’ Selecta! characters

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