Johnny Vegas
Johnny Vegas

Johnny Vegas

  • 53 years old
  • English
  • Actor, writer and stand-up comedian

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Johnny Vegas fears he'll be cancelled by woke brigade

Michael Pennington - better known as his alter ego Johnny Vegas - is considering winding up his bombastic stage persona over fears he will be cancelled by the woke brigade. The comedian, 50, is toying with just doing shows as himself after 25 years as his more famous alter ego.

Joe Kasper, The Sun, 15th July 2021

Review: Bloods, Frank Of Ireland

Reviews of Sky One's new sitcom, as well as the Channel 4 sitcom, plus Johnny Vegas: Carry On Glamping.

Aidan Smith, The Scotsman, 8th May 2021

Richard Herring confirms interview shows with audience

Richard Herring has confirmed further names for his upcoming RHLSTP interview shows. They will take place at the Clapham Grand in south London and there will be a socially distanced audience.

Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 5th May 2021

Johnny Vegas on money, fame and grief

Lockdown and the loss of both parents have transformed the entertainer. He talks about the disappointments of TV, outgrowing his comic persona - and his move into the glamping business.

Brian Logan, The Guardian, 4th May 2021

Johnny Vegas on reuniting with Sian Gibson

"We're like a pair of comfortable slippers".

David Craig, Radio Times, 30th April 2021

Comedy stars join time-travel film The Unreason

Forthcoming time-travel comedy film The Unreason has added Felicity Montagu, Johnny Vegas and Brian Bovell to its cast list.

British Comedy Guide, 24th April 2021

Meet The Richardsons review

If this is modern TV comedy, bring on the repeats.

Anita Singh, The Telegraph, 9th April 2021

Meet The Richardsons review

Sofa, so good for this comedy couple.

Rebecca Nicholson, The Guardian, 8th April 2021

Working From Home review

Livestreamed variety evening is terrific fun.

Veronica Lee, The Arts Desk, 31st March 2021

Working From Home review

Johnny Vegas's chaotic pub quiz is a winner.

Brian Logan, The Guardian, 22nd March 2021

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