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Steve Coogan talked to Mick McCarthy before Saipan film

Steve Coogan told Patrick Kielty on Friday's Late Late Show that he had "a chat" with former Republic of Ireland football manager Mick McCarthy before portraying him in the upcoming film Saipan.
Movies • 18 Feb

Call out to attend Steve Coogan Late Late interview

Actor and comedian Steve Coogan will appear on this Friday's Late Late Show in a pre-recorded interview and the show is looking for people for the studio audience.
Television • 13 Feb

Alan Partridge's new series to create 'shockwaves'

The BBC has announced that filming has begun on Alan Partridge's new documentary series, And Did Those Feet... with Alan Partridge - "one of the first - if not the first - documentary to address the issue of mental wellness".
Television • 20 May 24

Coogan facing libel claim over 'weasel-like' portrayal

Steve Coogan is being sued for libel by a university official over his "devious" and "weasel-like" portrayal in a film about the discovery of Richard III's remains, the High Court has heard.
Movies • 29 Feb 24

Ah-ha! Alan Partridge is on his way back to the box

Steve Coogan's comedy character Alan Partridge will return for a new docuseries in which he will reintegrate into life in the UK after a year working in Saudi Arabia.
Television • 06 Feb 24

Steve Coogan reassured Jimmy Savile victims

British actor and comedian Steve Coogan made a point of introducing himself as Steve to victims of Jimmy Savile on the set of The Reckoning as he bared a striking resemblance to the disgraced entertainer while in costume, a TV producer said.
Television • 03 Oct 23

Behind the music - Yop

Ballina duo Yop have released their new single, Beyond Being. We asked them the BIG questions . . .
Behind the Music • 16 Sep 22

Watch! Alan Partridge duets with Coldplay live on stage

Actor and comedian Steve Coogan surprised Coldplay fans when he joined the band in character as Alan Partridge to sing Kate Bush and Abba hits at Wembley Stadium.
Music • 22 Aug 22

Coogan did not take role as Jimmy Savile "lightly"

Actor and comedian Steve Coogan has said taking on the role of Jimmy Savile was not a decision he "took lightly" because "it's fraught with pitfalls".
Television • 03 Apr 22

Steve Coogan says his rebel Irishman will be back

Comedian and actor Steve Coogan says that Martin Brennan, the west of Ireland farmer who stole the show when he burst into Irish rebel songs on BBC TV three years ago, will be back as part of the new Alan Partridge live shows in Ireland this April.
Steve Coogan • 16 Mar 22

What's on? 10 top TV and streaming tips for Monday

The Irish Wedding is the latest documentary from Alex Fegan, Lucy Kennedy moves in with Michelle Heaton, 10 Things to Know About returns, and there's a drama about fame called Make Me Famous . . .
Television • 01 Nov 21

What's on? 10 top TV and streaming tips for Monday

Lucy Kennedy is back with Living With Lucy, there's a documentary about the legendary Barney Curley, Paul Merson opens up about football and gambling, and new drama Scenes from a Marriage begins . . .
Television • 11 Oct 21

Back of the net! Alan Partridge adds new Dublin date

Steve Coogan has added an extra date to his Irish shows after his first gig at Dublin's 3Arena sold out. He will now play the venue on April 23 and 24, 2022.
Television • 29 May 21

What's on? 10 top telly tips for Friday May 7

Tonight's TV picks include The Late Late Show, Intergalactic, Alan Partridge, an Emmylou Harris night on BBC Four – and the finale of Kaley Cuoco's The Flight Attendant . . .
Television • 07 May 21

What's on? 10 top telly tips for Friday April 30

Tonight's top TV tips include the return of Alan Partridge, Noel Gallagher on The Late Late Show, Soul II Soul on Classic Albums, and Sky's new sci-fi series Intergalactic . . .
Television • 30 Apr 21

Steve Coogan: 'I sang Black and Tans song as a bet'

Actor and comedian Steve Coogan has said he sang rebel song Come Out, Ye Black and Tans on primetime BBC television last year as a "private bet" and as part of an "in-joke".
Movies • 19 Feb 20

Movie Review Round-Up - The New Releases

Danny Boyle and Richard Curtis team up this weekend for the musical fantasy Yesterday, and the Irish coming-of-age story Metal Heart is also on screens.
Movies • 01 Jul 19

What's on? TV highlights for Monday Apr 1

Loads to watch tonight as sublime spy drama The Americans is back for a final run, there's a documentary about swimming in Ireland, and it's goodbye to Alan Partridge, The Walking Dead and The Looming Tower . . .
Television • 01 Apr 19

What's on? TV highlights for Monday

Alan Partridge is back, there's a highlights special from last night's Oscars, a new comedy starring Martin Clunes, and the season three finale of True Detective . . .
Television • 26 Feb 19

Alan Partridge throws shade at BBC ahead of live return

Ahead of his long-awaited return to live television next Monday with This Time with Alan Partridge on BBC One, the veteran presenter has admitted that he is "not an avid watcher" of the channel.
Television • 19 Feb 19

Back of the net! Alan Partridge returns to the BBC

The first glimpse of Alan Partridge's highly-anticipated return to television has been unveiled - and it looks like things aren't going quite to plan for the esteemed Norfolk broadcaster.
Television • 08 Feb 19

What's on? TV picks for Friday, Saturday and Sunday

If you're going no further than the sofa, here are some tips on what's worth watching on the box between Friday and Sunday. As ever, it's a busy one . . .
Television • 04 Aug 18

Filming finished on new Alan Partridge series

Filming is completed and Norfolk's most consummately professional broadcaster returns with due self-importance to television this year.
Television • 13 May 18

Aha! Alan Partridge reunited with assistant Lynn

The BBC has announced that presenter Alan Partridge will be reunited with assistant Lynn for his upcoming stint as the stand-in host of live television programme This Time.
Trending • 21 Feb 18

Alan Partridge rising Phoenix-like at the BBC

The BBC has announced that filming has begun today on This Time With Alan Partridge, which will mark the veteran presenter's return to live television for the first time since a guest was fatally shot on air during his 1990s chat show.
Television • 13 Feb 18
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