Simon Amstell
- 44 years old
- English
- Actor, writer, director and stand-up comedian
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Simon Amstell book review: excruciatingly honest memoir
There is a lot of pain, particularly concerning his parents, but the writing is never less than a joy.
Alice Jones, i Newspaper, 21st September 2017Simon Amstell and Russell Brand book reviews
Two driven comedians attempt to put their demons to the sword in this pair of entertaining confessional memoirs.
Stephanie Merritt, The Guardian, 17th September 2017Extract from Simon Amstell's book
The comedian on his tricky relationship with his father - and why he doesn't come to his shows.
Simon Amstell, The Guardian, 16th September 2017Edinburgh 10x10: 8. Breaking the rules
Ten Edinburgh shows to see despite your misgivings.
Chortle, 26th July 2017Vegan comedians
Nailing the myth that vegans are humourless evangelists, a number of Fringe comics are heading to Edinburgh in search of laughs and tofu. We hear from the acts who are committed to standing up for animal rights.
Claire Sawers, The List, 21st July 2017Latitude Festival review
The go-to event for a full-on comedy fix.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 17th July 2017Simon Amstell: What Is This? at Latitude 2017 review
Simon Amstell's stand-up has been built on his insecurities and his misery... but his new tour show, being previewed at Latitude, comes five years into a contented relationship. What's so funny about that?
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 16th July 2017Interview: Simon Amstell
Simon Amstell interview.
Victoria Nangle, The Latest, 10th July 2017Simon Amstell interview
Simon Amstell doesn't do much press, save for a strictly annual interview slot with The Guardian. When it comes to interviews, he seems to prefer being in the driver's seat, like he was as the ballsy presenter of Buzzcocks.
Aphra Evans, Bristol 24/7, 6th June 2017Simon Amstell talks tours, veganism and sweat lodges
Simon Amstell, arguably best known for being the former host of Popworld and former host of Never Mind the Buzzcocks, is to embark on his fifth stand up tour in the UK.
Megan Cox, Loughborough Echo, 12th May 2017