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Comedy
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WorldMary Beth Barone's Netflix Special Targets Diverse Groups
Comedian Mary Beth Barone's new Netflix special combines political commentary with explicit humor. Barone anticipates offense from a wide range of groups, including JK Rowling, Republicans, and the British public. Her career has seen significant growth, including a popular podcast and a co-lead role in the TV show 'Overcompensating'.
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WorldBill Oddie, Comedian and Naturalist, Dies Aged 85
Bill Oddie, known for his comedy work with The Goodies and his role as a presenter on BBC nature programmes like Springwatch, has died at the age of 85. His agent announced his passing, remembering him as a "multi-talented celebrity" and "country's best-loved birder."
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WorldComedian Hospitalised After Sword Injury
Comedian Paddy Young sustained a severe hand injury requiring surgery after a prop sword incident. The injury occurred while preparing for a comedy night, but he still performed shortly after.
2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 59 · Hype 41