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This is a list of comedians of British birth or famous mainly in Britain. Many of the comedy panel-game regulars and sitcom actors may not be regarded as comedians by some people but they are included here because this page uses the word "comedian" in its broadest possible sense.
- “Don’t tell him, Pike!” – Dad’s Army. Furious that your favourite didn’t make the cut? C’mon mate, let some steam off and have a rant with us on Twitter @Shortlist.
- “That’s very nearly an armful!” – Hancock’s Half Hour.
- “These are small. But the ones out there are far away. Small… far away.” – Father Ted.
- “I know nothing!” – Fawlty Towers.
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This is a list I compiled of some of my favourite comedians from the past half of a century. This is strictly stand-up comedians, and is in no particular order, and I'll hopefully be adding...
1. Charles Chaplin. Writer. Actor. Director. The Great Dictator (1940) Considered to be one of the most pivotal stars of the early days of Hollywood, Charlie Chaplin lived an interesting life both in his films and behind the camera.
1. George Carlin. George Denis Patrick Carlin was born and raised in Manhattan, New York City, to Mary (Bearey), a secretary, and Patrick John Carlin, an advertising manager for The Sun; they had met while working in marketing. His father was from Donegal, Ireland, and his mother was Irish-American.
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Jan 22, 2022 · These comedians created visual iconographies with their physical comedy, advocated for social justice by speaking truth to power, and acted as legitimate agents of cultural change.
