Press clippings Page 19
Lenny Henry: I got into fights but I was never bullied
The actor and comedian discusses his parents, his rise to fame and what inspired him to write his new BBC drama, Danny and the Human Zoo.
Lenny Henry, The Telegraph, 31st August 2015One-off film inspired by the teenage years of Premier Inn doyen Lenny Henry who - in a meta twist - plays the father of main protagonist Danny Fearon. In 1970s Dudley, the would-be impressionist persuades his strict Jamaican parents to let him pursue a showbiz career, but a family secret and a greedy manager mean that Danny's 15 minutes could soon be over. Warm and poignant with comic touches, this feature-length drama showcases the talents of a multi-racial cast headed up by newcomer Kascion Franklin.
Hannah J Davies, The Guardian, 31st August 2015Danny and the Human Zoo, review
This was a satisfying if fictional account of Lenny Henry's life in a troubled decade, says Christopher Howse.
Christopher Howse, The Telegraph, 31st August 2015Danny and the Human Zoo, BBC1 - TV review
Forty years after his big break, Lenny Henry shows not a lot has changed on screen.
Tom Peck, The Independent, 31st August 2015Lenny Henry: boost diversty with ring-fenced funding
Actor and campaigner says improving diversity is not just about getting "another black or Asian person in Coronation Street or EastEnders"
Jasper Jackson, The Guardian, 25th August 2015Lenny Henry regrets Black and White Minstrel Show
Sir Lenny Henry has told how he was used as a "political football" early on in his showbiz career. The comedian, 56, appeared on The Black and White Minstrel Show in the 70s after winning New Faces. But he now looks back with horror at his involvement in the programme.
Nicola Methven, The Mirror, 25th August 2015Pictures: Danny And The Human Zoo red carpet
Lenny Henry made a rare red carpet appearance as he attended the premiere screening of Danny and the Human Zoo in his hometown of Dudley on Thursday night.
Daily Mail, 21st August 2015Lenny Henry to premiere show in Dudley
Sir Lenny Henry has decided to premiere his new BBC One drama - Danny And The Human Zoo - in his home town of Dudley.
BBC News, 20th August 2015Norm Rocher answers 10 Edinburgh Fringe Questions
Norm Rocher has got hold of Lenny Henry's old Comic Relief costumes. Find out why here...
British Comedy Guide, 28th July 2015Lenny Henry: Save the BBC goddammit - no BBC, no me
Without its support, my career would have come to an early halt, I wouldn't have set up my own production company ... and it made me brave on diversity.
Lenny Henry, The Guardian, 16th July 2015