Graham Linehan
- 55 years old
- Irish
- Writer and director
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Graham Linehan breaks down in tears over trans attacks
Linehan cried during an interview with Stephen Nolan, as he claimed that trans activists had paid the price for his family and their marriage before announcing that he was 'completely annulled'.
Nayer Regaldo, The Miracle Tech, 24th March 2022Arthur Mathews: 'Graham Linehan is a good friend of mine, he is not a bigot'
Arthur Mathews talks about rediscovering his comedy mojo, poking fun at Bono and U2, and why he thinks Graham Linehan should be allowed to speak his mind.
Dónal Lynch, The Independent (Ireland), 2nd January 2022It's too late to save comedy from 'cancel culture'
Will comedy become the latest victim of 'cancel culture'? Dame Maureen Lipman fears as much.
Patrick West, The Spectator, 22nd December 2021Graham Linehan claims trans zealots are forcing him out of live Father Ted
The Bafta-winning creator of Father Ted says fear of the trans lobby could force him out of a new stage musical of the hit TV show because of his outspoken views.
Josephine Bartosch, Daily Mail, 19th December 2021Jen Ives called a "nonce" at LGB Alliance conference
Comedian and bisexual trans woman Jen Ives was called a "homophobic nonce" and a "f**king pervert" while attending the conference of charity LGB Alliance.
Vic Parsons, Pink News, 25th October 2021Matt Berry comments on transphobic IT Crowd episode
In an interview with Vulture, Berry denounced the episode: "I don't condone anything that that comedy portrayed, you know? I don't share any views that the writer has."
Sam Moore, The Independent, 25th October 2021Graham Linehan interview
"Gender row is an onslaught on rights, returning women to pre-suffragette era".
Mike Wade, The Times, 4th September 2021The Day Today team reunite for 30th anniversary celebration
The team behind The Day Today have reunited for a 30th anniversary documentary on Radio 4.
British Comedy Guide, 4th August 2021Graham Linehan joins Women Won't Wheesht protest
Comedy writer Graham Linehan has joined protesters in Scotland campaigning against proposed changes to the Gender Recognition Act.
Sara Paciaroni, The Herald, 20th July 2021Metro didn't breach rules over Linehan remarks
The Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO) has ruled that Metro did not breach media regulations when it said Graham Linehan was "known for anti-trans rhetoric".
Patrick Kelleher, Pink News, 9th July 2021