English actor, comedian, writer, and television presenter
83-year-old suffers serious fall: Monty Python star Michael Palin breaks several bones
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Michael Palin, 83, breaks ribs in horror fall and cancels books tour: The Monty Python star fell ‘heavily’ in an accident at home that left him with multiple ...
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"I've never found any problems — apart from people with a rifle."
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"I'm at the stage of not knowing whether I'm going to travel again."
Actor Michael Palin opens up to Mishal Husain about the challenges of ... Show more
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Monty Python’s Michael Palin On a Lifetime of Travel: The Monty Python star reinvented himself as a travel filmmaker and has now visited 101 countries ...
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TV legend cancels all UK shows after ribs cracked in fall: A British TV legend has cancelled all his UK live shows after falling over and cracking his ribs.
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Decider Oct 09
Stream It Or Skip It: 'Small Prophets' On Apple TV, A Quirky British Comedy Where A Man Grows Tiny Truth-Tellers To Find Out What Happened To His Girlfriend
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'Small Prophets' review: Mackenzie Crook's magical, meditative series: Mackenzie Crook's meditative and melancholy comedy is about a man whose life has been on ...
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Small Prophets on Apple TV: A new genre that is funny, fantastical and heartbreakingly tender
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Apple TV's Near-Perfect Fantasy Series Adds Magic to an Award-Winning Sitcom Formula | Review
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OpinionTV reviews: Michael Palin in the Philippines & Eva Longoria in France: Eva Longoria brings glamour and plenty of ‘Wow’ to France, but Michael Palin proves why ...
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How Radio 3 turned Britain's lighthouses into must-listen radio: Radio 3's celebration of Britain's lighthouses, Michael Rosen's conversations about ...
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Michael Palin in the Philippines review – who else could cause such a weird moment with the president?
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Apple TV’s Small Prophets Trailer Unleashes Magical Spirits & Bizarre Future Visions
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Sir Michael Palin in The Philippines: 'There’s nothing more boring than when people say they can’t do things, I’m approaching my mid-80s ...
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The Celebrity Traitors and Michael Palin in The Philippines: TV highlights this week
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Michael Palin addresses Monty Python co-star John Cleese’s ‘bewildering’ behaviour: ‘He’s so inconsistent’
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TV tonight: inside the Bayeux Tapestry’s ‘treacherous’ journey to London: Michael Palin tells the story of the artwork that has caused such a stir – and ...
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Sir Michael Palin to bring new show to Norwich Theatre Royal: Sir Michael Palin is coming to the Norwich Theatre Royal on October 18 as part of his new UK tour ...
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Den of Geek Aug 03
Eric Idle Says Reading About John Cleese Is Bad for His Health: A reunion seems more than a little unlikely at this point
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Ham & High Jul 13
Sir Michael Palin has stepped in at the last minute to support a Centrepoint fundraiser, helping to save the event.
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The five best museums in the UK, according to Michael Palin, Mary Beard and more: Ahead of the Museum of the Year Award, five celebrities advocate for their ...
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Michael Palin: The places that intrigued me most, from Nigeria to Venice: The veteran broadcaster and travel writer on decades of exploring the world ...
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BBC May 07
David Attenborough says he is 'overwhelmed' by 100th birthday messages: The legendary wildlife broadcaster thanks fans in a message the day before he reaches his ...
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Key FactsDavid Attenborough Marks Century with Global Honors
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- David Attenborough gained fame with the 1979 series 'Life on Earth', which chronicled the story of evolution.
- His 100th birthday is commemorated in the UK with special broadcasts, concerts, and tree-planting activities.
- 'Blue Planet 2', aired in 2017, prompted UK government actions to reduce plastic pollution.
- Attenborough remains a leading voice in environmental protection, inspiring global awareness through decades of filmmaking.
How could I look my grandchildren in the eye and say I knew what was happening to the world and did nothing?— David Attenborough; said in an audio message released by the BBC, cited in Reuters' coverage of his 100th birthday.
David Attenborough would rather ‘be at home all day’ than go to live 100th birthday party, says colleague
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Key FactsDavid Attenborough’s Enduring Passion for Nature
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- In 1987, Attenborough was expected to retire soon but continued producing landmark nature series for decades.
- His exceptional physical fitness and working alongside younger colleagues help sustain his long-lasting career.
- High-risk shoots like a hot air balloon ride at 90 and rowing at 94 highlight his remarkable dedication.
- Attenborough’s genuine style and personal connection with viewers have made him a beloved global figure.
He's authentic. You trust him. You also see that he believes what he is telling you is really important, interesting, entertaining and will make your life better. That confidence and that conviction and that authenticity is rare and I think people can sense it and they think 'yes, I want to listen to what this person says'.— Mike Gunton explains why David Attenborough is beloved worldwide
Look back on May memories including Michael Palin visit and charity bike ride for ‘Oompa-Loompas’
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North Wales Live Apr 26
Brilliantly 'subversive' Terry Jones statue captures spirit of Monty Python star
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Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday to be marked by star-studded live BBC event
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Special live BBC event to celebrate Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday: The BBC Concert Orchestra will perform the scores associated with some of the most ...
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Monty Python's Terry Jones nude statue unveiled in Colwyn Bay: Sir Michael Palin says his fellow Python star Jones would have found the statue "very funny ...
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Monty Python star Sir Michael Palin is coming to Norwich: Television presenter, actor and comedian Sir Michael Palin will be coming to the UEA as part of a ...
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Statue of man baring his backside to be unveiled in Colwyn Bay: Sir Michael Palin will unveil the statue of comedy legend Terry Jones with a ceremony including a ...
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BBC acting legend Tom Georgeson dies unexpectedly as tributes paid to 'one of the greats'
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Mackenzie Crook has become the antidote to Ricky Gervais's cruel comedy: Crook looks for the humanity in everyone - Gervais only points out their stupidity
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Comic Relief and The Walsh Sisters: TV highlights: Television highlights coming up in the days following Saturday, March 14, include The Walsh Sisters and Comic ...
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Ham & High Feb 26
How did Gospel Oak near Hampstead Heath get its name?: Gospel Oak is now home to Michael Palin and Alastair Campbell, while pop legends Coldplay recorded the ...
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OpinionReasons to be Cheerful: It's the little things By Vicky Edwards: I love escaping into a good telly series, especially at this time of year when hunkering down ...
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All six episodes of 'otherworldly' hidden gem BBC series now streaming: A new BBC sitcom from Mackenzie Crook has captivated audiences with it's weird ...
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OpinionSmall Prophets review: Mackenzie Crook's latest is a magical, comical delight that will bring joy to your life
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Small Prophets star Pearce Quigley on 'exquisite' TV show: Pearce Quigley has achieved much in a career which has seen the actor who grew up in Prestwich ...
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Mackenzie Crook and Michael Palin — TV’s loveliest double act: The actor talks about Small Prophets, his follow-up to Detectorists, sticking with the BBC — and ...
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Paid articlePaywallCan’t pay, won’t pay for the BBC? Not this week — thanks to Michael Palin: Small Prophets, Lord of the Flies and even Wayne Rooney are making me forget my beef ...
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Paid articlePaywall BBC's Small Prophets, starring Bolton actors, launches to rave reviews: Small Prophets is the new BBC programme from acclaimed writer and actor Mackenzie Crook ...
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Mackenzie Crook reveals new TV show about ‘modern-day alchemist’: The Kent-born actor discusses why it has taken him a decade to create his new comedy series.
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Yorkshire Live Feb 03
Michael Palin faces warning from concerned children as he opens up on struggles: Monty Python star Sir Michael Palin has shared a rare insight into his family ...
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‘Watching The Office recently, my heart just sank’ – Mackenzie Crook on comedy, cruelty and being TV royalty
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TV guide: the best new shows to watch, starting tonight : February 8th-14th highlights, including Lord of the Flies, The Summit, and How to Get to Heaven from ...
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Tommy Tiernan Show recap: Michael Palin on grief, comedy and travelling the world
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Paid articlePaywallTony Blair’s quiet part in the long road to Brexit: Plus: Nicolas Sarkozy’s rushed prison bestseller; Nick Clegg’s wife and the accidental birth of Meta; and ...
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Monty Python meets Isle of Wight in 1993 with Palin’s Column: It was 32 years ago when the Isle of Wight County Press pulled off a coup by adding Michael Palin ...
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Stephen Fry and Joanna Lumley among celebrities urging UK not to weaken torture protections
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Seriously Silly: The Life of Terry Jones by Robert Ross review – portrait of a Python
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Ham & High Nov 29 25
Terry Jones biography Seriously Silly by Robert Ross: A new biography of Python star Terry Jones is written by his friend Robert Ross, who spent hours with him ...
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Wirral 'feels 30 years behind Manchester', council told: Wirral Council told to look to Sheffield, Bristol and Salford in Greater Manchester in an attempt to ...
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What became of the "Monty Python" stars?: In 1969, six comedians joined forces to form Monty Python and together made TV and film history ...
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Merseyside area told it feels 30 years behind Salford: One person said it was “a blow and I think we needed it"
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Basingstoke-born author pens Terry Jones official biography: A Basingstoke-born author has written an official biography of his friend and Monty Python star ...
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'Toxic' and 'broken' system caused by those failing at top of Merseyside council, review finds
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Film material from Monty Python’s Terry Jones donated to BFI National Archive: The collection includes Jones’ personal 16mm copies of the Monty Python feature ...
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Anti-gentrification campaigners slam 'grotesque' North London estate regeneration
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It’s time to look on the bright side of life: If Python humour is your thing, then get yourself to the Theatre Royal to see Spamalot.
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Fish-slapping dance saved Michael Palin in Venezuela: The actor, writer and traveller told the Cheltenham Literature Festival that guards holding him at gunpoint ...
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Michael Palin and Mary Berry among stars at Yeovil Literary Festival 2025: Yeovil Literary Festival has unveiled its 2025 lineup, featuring Sir Michael Palin ...
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Sir Michael Palin has spent 36 years travelling the globe often finding himself in dangerous situations and at the age of 82 he has no plans to slow down ... Show more
20 Cheltenham Literature Festival events to book now: Our picks of the 2025 programme include Michael Palin, Jung Chang, Jacqueline Wilson and a celebration of ...
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Paid articlePaywall Florence Pugh to star on podcast with Louis Theroux: Hollywood actress Florence Pugh is set to star on Louis Theroux's podcast alongside Steve Coogan ...
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BBC Sep 30 25
New on-set photos released for Mackenzie Crook's much-anticipated Small Prophets
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New BBC comedy Small Prophets to star Lauren Patel and Sophie Willan: Stars from Bolton are set to feature in a new comedy show alongside television royalty.
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TV tonight: from Nashville with love – the extraordinary story of Taylor Swift: Journalists, insiders and Swifties tell the tale of the world’s biggest pop star ...
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Michael Palin held at gunpoint while making new documentary in Venezuela: The mood shifted after the armed guards viewed a classic Monty Python sketch
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Michael Palin takes on Venezuela: The opening furtive shots of Venezuela out of the window of a late-night car from the airport set the scene for Michael Palin’s ...
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Eric Idle: John Cleese is bonkers and Michael Palin just wants to be nice: Forty years after the Pythons split, the comic says ‘there’s no reason to be mates’ — ...
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Monty Python’s Michael Palin Reveals The Comedy Sketch That Saved Him ‘At Gunpoint’
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Eric Idle: 'Monty Python spats are a pity – but I haven't done any spitting': Monty Python star Eric Idle talks his tour - Always Look on the Bright Side of Life ...
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Monty Python star Eric Idle shares unlikely response to pancreatic cancer diagnosis
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Britain's Royal Mail issues stamps celebrating the comedy of Monty Python: Britain’s Royal Mail has issued stamps celebrating Monty Python's comedy ...
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Sir Michael Palin's sad update as he says he is preparing for the end of his life
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TV tonight: the shocking finale of Danny Dyer’s Bafta-winning comedy : Shocking marital betrayal rocks relations in Mr Bigstuff. Plus: Michael Palin’s lovely ...
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