Latest Stephen Merchant News
Prince William Mingles With Stars At Bafta Event
William, Prince of Wales mingled with stars including Andy Serkis, Celia Imrie and Stephen Merchant at a BAFTA event in London on Wednesday (09.10.24).The royal headed to the event hosted by BAFTA and the Royal...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 09 October 2024
Spider-man: No Way Home Nominated For National Film Awards UK Gong
'Spider-Man: No Way Home' is up for Best International Film at the 8th annual National Film Awards UK.The superhero blockbuster, which stars Tom Holland and Zendaya, has been recognised by the National Film Academy in...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 20 April 2022
Noel Gallagher: Oasis And Beatles Comparison Was Embarrassing
Noel Gallagher was embarrassed when Oasis were compared to The Beatles.The 'Wonderwall' songwriter's former group - which was fronted by his estranged brother Liam Gallagher - became the biggest rock 'n' roll band in the...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 17 November 2021
Stephen Merchant Joins Cast Of A Boy Called Christmas
Stephen Merchant is to star in 'A Boy Called Christmas'.The 46-year-old actor will lend his voice to the role of Miika the mouse in Gil Kenan's festive flick. The film is based on Matt Haig's...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 21 December 2020
Ben Stiller And Lily James In Lockdown Talks
Ben Stiller, Lily James and Stephen Merchant are in advanced talks to star in 'Lockdown'. Producers of Doug Liman's forthcoming heist dramedy are said to have entered negotiations with the trio, as well as Dule...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 01 October 2020
Mabel Shares Positive Message Amidst Coronavirus Woes
Mabel and a host of stars are backing a campaign by the Prince's Trust, encouraging people to share what they are most looking forward to doing when lockdown lifts.The Looking Forward initiative was launched by...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 04 May 2020
Stephen Merchant Loved Cracking Lisa Kudrow Up
In terms of best buds in the movie scene, American star Lisa Kudrow and English comedian Stephen Merchant don’t necessarily seem on the surface like natural friends – but the pair of them got on...
By Ed Biggs in Movies / TV / Theatre on 14 April 2017
Dwayne Johnson Making Wwe Movie About Paige's Fighting Family
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson is stepping back into the ring to cameo as himself in a movie based on the life of WWE Superstar Paige.Johnson will also executive produce the film, which is titled Fighting...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 08 February 2017
'Mrs Brown's Boys' Named Best British Sitcom Of 21st Century
Radio Times readers have voted ‘Mrs Browns Boys’ the best British sitcom of the 21st century, beating Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant’s ‘The Office’. Over 14,000 votes were cast in the online poll, but many...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 24 August 2016
Stephen Merchant's Play To Close Early
The Office co-writer made his West End theatre debut in The Mentalists in July (15) but the dark comedy's run has been shortened due to its disappointing box office performance and will close...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 28 July 2015
Hayley Atwell: 'I Was Not In A Car Accident With Stephen Merchant'
The Captain America: The First Avenger star was first linked to Ricky Gervais' longtime comedy partner after they were spotted together on a night out in London, and in February (15), reports suggested...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 02 July 2015
Ricky Gervais To Make The Office Spin-off Without Stephen Merchant
Ricky Gervais will reportedly make 'The Office' movie without the help of Stephen Merchant.The duo worked together on the original TV series, but will not be reuniting for the much-anticipated movie - titled 'Life On...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 22 June 2015
Stephen Merchant To Avoid Nude Scene In Debut Play
The Office co-writer agreed to play lead character Ted in The Mentalists during its run in the West End, but as he gears up to take over the role next month (Jul15), Merchant...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 05 June 2015
'The Office' Spin Off Movie Approved
Ricky Gervais helped revolutionise British comedy at the turn of the millennium with ‘The Office’, which ended with a Christmas special in 2003. More than a decade later, however, David Brent is finally making a...
By Ed Biggs in Movies / TV / Theatre on 14 May 2015
John Krasinski And Stephen Merchant To Take Part In Lip-sync Battle Show
Actor John Krasinski and British funnyman Stephen Merchant are teaming up with U.S. comedian Jimmy Fallon to launch a new Tv lip-syncing battle series.Tv host Fallon has had both actors on his previous Late Night...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 23 November 2014
Possible David Brent Movie Will Feature Real Departure For Former Paper Merchant
If, and we mean if, David Brent makes his feature debut in a movie, then it won’t be anything to do with the 2-series BBC sitcom that thrust the character into the hallowed ground of...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 17 October 2013
James Mcavoy Gets The Critics And Stars Excited With His Performance In Macbeth
James McAvoy in Macbeth is causing quite a stir. Both the critics and the stars in the audience have lavished praise over the Scottish actor who has applied his trade in Hollywood, in X Men...
By Jack de Aguilar in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 23 February 2013
Dean Gaffney Car Crash Injuries "Not Thought To Be Life Threatening"
It appears Dean Gaffney had a lucky escape after a car crash in Derby on Wednesday evening (January 30, 2013). The 34-year-old was returning home after starring in a stage production of A Murder Is...
By Michael West in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 31 January 2013
Dan Mazer: I Give It A Year Is Anti-rom-com
Dan Mazer made 'I Give It A Year' because he was bored of romantic comedies.The 'Borat' screenwriter has revealed he wanted to surprise the public with his directorial debut and give a fresh perspective on...
By Bang Showbiz on 28 January 2013
Dan Mazer Planning New Sacha Baron Cohen Collaboration?
Dan Mazer wants to work with Sacha Baron Cohen again.The British director has hinted he will team up with the funnyman - with whom he co-scripted 'Borat' and 'Bruno' - in the near future and...
By Bang Showbiz on 25 January 2013
The Name's Gaffney, Dean Gaffney: Actor Applies For Job At Mi5
Former Eastenders actor Dean Gaffney, 34, has applied for a job as Mobile Surveillance Officer with the secret service. The soap-star played Albert Square's Robbie Jackson before later mocking himself on Ricky Gervais and Stephen...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 28 November 2012
Emma Stone's Sex Tape Does Not Feature Andrew Garfield
Emma Stone's alleged sex-tape does not feature her Amazing Spider-Man co-star and current boyfriend Andrew Garfield. RadarOnline.com previously reported how a home video of the Easy A star was in existence, though the website claims...
By Michael West in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 23 November 2012
Owen Wilson Loved Being A Geek
Owen Wilson was glad he got to play a nerd in new comedy movie 'Hall Pass'. The actor - who is reputed to be a party animal in real life - confessed he relished the...
By Bang Showbiz on 01 March 2011
Ricky Gervais Reveals Weight Loss Secrets
RICKY GERVAIS, the Golden Globe winning comedian and actor, has revealed the secrets behind his recent weight loss which has seen him shed around 20 pounds, reports People Magazine. The 49-year-old star of 'The Office'...
By WENN on 05 October 2010
Merchant Turns Down Naked Centrefold
British funnyman STEPHEN MERCHANT is refusing to bare all for a UK magazine - fearing pictures of his skinny frame could "come back to haunt me". The writer/comedian, who plays geeky agent DARREN LAMB in...
By WENN on 20 February 2007
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