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BCG Daily Sunday 20th May 2012

Press clippings

Keith Lemon 'wants Carry On success' for new film

TV celebrity Keith Lemon says he wants his new movie to replicate the success of the Carry On movies.

Kev Geoghegan, BBC News, 20th May 2012

John Lennon spiked Jimmy Tarbuck's drink as a joke

John Lennon spiked Jimmy Tarbuck's drink with speed, the comedian has claimed.

The Sun, 20th May 2012

Bafta special: Jo Brand, Charlie Higson, Rebecca Front

Stars of the small screen reveal their TV secrets.

Alice Fisher, The Observer, 20th May 2012

Kathy Burke interview

We fell in love with Kathy Burke when she appeared on our screens as Waynetta Slob and Linda in Gimme Gimme Gimme. Now she's written a TV drama based on her 70s childhood that will steal hearts.

Miranda Sawyer, The Observer, 20th May 2012

Tom Allen interview

Tom Allen - who won the prestigious So You Think You're Funny and BBC New Comedy Awards within his first year on the circuit - has been wowing crowds with his casual chat prowess.

Tommy Holgate, The Sun, 20th May 2012

Inbetweeners star Emily Atack dating 1D's Harry Styles

One Direction's Harry Styles has started dating a girl much nearer his own age - Inbetweeners star Emily Atack.

Daily Mail, 20th May 2012

Staines changes its name to shake off Ali G link

The Surrey town of Staines has officially changed its name to Staines-upon-Thames in an attempt to boost its riverside image.

Councillors voted for the change last year after the town became synonymous with Sacha Baron Cohen's spoof rapper Ali G.

BBC News, 20th May 2012

Fletcher brothers team up for Gary: Tank Commander

Acting brothers Ryan and Scott Fletcher have launched a twin attack on TV and theatre - by teaming up for the new series of Gary: Tank Commander and being cast in the revival of hit play Black Watch.

Paul English, Daily Record, 20th May 2012

TV & radio

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm
60 min
Starlings. Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Starlings

Series 1, Episode 2

Chests are puffed with pride as Charlie joins the family business and sets off for work with Terry. Uncle Loz makes his debut at a local art exhibition as well.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
155 min
Channel 4's Comedy Gala. Image shows from L to R: Alan Carr, Jessica Cornish

Channel 4's Comedy Gala

Episode 1 - Channel 4's Comedy Gala 2012

Channel 4's Comedy Gala returns for a third year as some of the nation's best-known and most-loved comedy stars share the stage for this iconic charity event.

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