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Scotsman
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Taskmaster cast: who is in series 19
Full cast for Taskmaster series 19 and where you know them from 📺 Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Taskmaster features some familiar faces in Series 19. It includes the show's very first American. But where do you know the cast from? Taskmaster is back with another episode in a matter of hours and the comedians will face their first team task. The line-up was announced earlier this year but fans are finally getting to see them in action. Channel 4 has confirmed the start time for the latest instalment from Series 19. Find out how you can watch it today (May 8). Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Greg Davies and Little Alex Horne will be casting their eyes over another batch of comedians this season. But who is taking part in series 19? Who is in the line-up for Taskmaster series 19? It is quite the mix of comedians who are facing the Taskmaster judges this season. And for the very first time there is an American competing on the show. The full line-up includes: Fatiha El-Ghorri Jason Mantzoukas Mathew Baynton Rosie Ramsey Stevie Martin Where do you know the Taskmaster cast from? Taskmaster series 19 | Channel 4 The line-up for series 19 includes plenty of familiar faces. But you might not be quite able to pinpoint where you recognise them from. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Fatiha El-Ghorri If you are a regular watcher of Live at the Apollo on the BBC, then you may have seen Fatiha performing on it in the past. She was also part of the cast for the second series of the Dave comedy game show Outsiders in 2022. You may have also heard her on podcasts such as Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster as well as The Guilty Feminist. Jason Mantzoukas A familiar face in hit comedy shows over the last decade, Jason has had memorable roles in Brooklyn Nine-Nine - where he played Adrian Pimento - and The Good Place (as Derek Hofstetler). He also voices characters in Netflix's Big Mouth including Jay Bilzerian. For those with a longer memory, you may recall him as the wildcard character Rafi in The League. While he also had a role in the Sacha Baron Cohen film The Dictator - playing Nadal. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Mathew Baynton A familiar face to fans of British TV comedy, Mathew has been part of the cast for Horrible Histories, Yonderland and most recently Ghosts. He also starred in The Wrong Mans alongside James Corden in the early 2010s. Mathew also played the lead role of William Shakespeare in the 2015 film Bill. And he was Felix in the 2023 hit movie Wonka. Rosie Ramsey Rosie is best known for her podcast Sh**ged. Married. Annoyed which she co-hosts alongside her husband - fellow comedian - Chris Ramsey. The show has been a huge hit since releasing its first episode in 2019 and they have toured the UK with it in the past. Stevie Martin Stevie is a comedian, podcaster and actor who you may have seen on other popular panel shows like 8 Out of 10 Cats - also on Channel 4. She has also had roles in shows like the BBC/ HBO comedy Starstruck. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad
Scotsman
08-05-2025
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- Scotsman
Taskmaster cast: who is in series 19
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Full cast for Taskmaster series 19 and where you know them from 📺 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Taskmaster features some familiar faces in Series 19. It includes the show's very first American. But where do you know the cast from? Taskmaster is back with another episode in a matter of hours and the comedians will face their first team task. The line-up was announced earlier this year but fans are finally getting to see them in action. Channel 4 has confirmed the start time for the latest instalment from Series 19. Find out how you can watch it today (May 8). Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Greg Davies and Little Alex Horne will be casting their eyes over another batch of comedians this season. But who is taking part in series 19? Who is in the line-up for Taskmaster series 19? It is quite the mix of comedians who are facing the Taskmaster judges this season. And for the very first time there is an American competing on the show. The full line-up includes: Fatiha El-Ghorri Jason Mantzoukas Mathew Baynton Rosie Ramsey Stevie Martin Where do you know the Taskmaster cast from? Taskmaster series 19 | Channel 4 The line-up for series 19 includes plenty of familiar faces. But you might not be quite able to pinpoint where you recognise them from. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Fatiha El-Ghorri If you are a regular watcher of Live at the Apollo on the BBC, then you may have seen Fatiha performing on it in the past. She was also part of the cast for the second series of the Dave comedy game show Outsiders in 2022. You may have also heard her on podcasts such as Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster as well as The Guilty Feminist. Jason Mantzoukas A familiar face in hit comedy shows over the last decade, Jason has had memorable roles in Brooklyn Nine-Nine - where he played Adrian Pimento - and The Good Place (as Derek Hofstetler). He also voices characters in Netflix's Big Mouth including Jay Bilzerian. For those with a longer memory, you may recall him as the wildcard character Rafi in The League. While he also had a role in the Sacha Baron Cohen film The Dictator - playing Nadal. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Mathew Baynton A familiar face to fans of British TV comedy, Mathew has been part of the cast for Horrible Histories, Yonderland and most recently Ghosts. He also starred in The Wrong Mans alongside James Corden in the early 2010s. Mathew also played the lead role of William Shakespeare in the 2015 film Bill. And he was Felix in the 2023 hit movie Wonka. Rosie Ramsey Rosie is best known for her podcast Sh**ged. Married. Annoyed which she co-hosts alongside her husband - fellow comedian - Chris Ramsey. The show has been a huge hit since releasing its first episode in 2019 and they have toured the UK with it in the past. Stevie Martin Stevie is a comedian, podcaster and actor who you may have seen on other popular panel shows like 8 Out of 10 Cats - also on Channel 4. She has also had roles in shows like the BBC/ HBO comedy Starstruck. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Have you got a story you want to share with our readers? You can now send it to us online via YourWorld at . It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers.
RTÉ News
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Comedian Milton Jones reveals he has prostate cancer and cancels tour dates
Comedian Milton Jones has revealed he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and has cancelled a number of tour dates as he undergoes surgery. The 60-year-old, who is known for his appearances on Mock the Week, said his cancer was treatable. He added that a number of further tour dates would be rescheduled. In an Instagram post, Jones said: "Thanks for your support and respecting my privacy during this time. "This decision has not been taken lightly, trust me. "Abnormal service will resume as soon as possible and I'm looking forward to being back out on the road again soon - though probably not on a bike!" Jones said cancelling the shows was a "difficult decision". He said he would be "undergoing surgery soon", adding that he would "need time afterwards to fully recover". Olympic cyclist Chris Hoy, who has stage four cancer after his prostate cancer spread, was among those responding to Jones's post, saying: "Really sorry to hear it mate, best of luck." Fellow comedian Al Murray said: "All the best Milton for a speedy recovery." Announcing the cancellation, Jones said: "I'm so sorry about this but I need to announce the cancellation of several dates from my ongoing Ha!Milton Tour. "Ticket holders for the cancelled shows will be contacted directly by the venue box office." Jones said all of the dates currently planned for autumn would be unaffected. Prostate cancer develops slowly, so there may be no signs for years, but signs may include an increased need to urinate, straining while urinating, and a feeling that the bladder has not fully emptied. Jones's career has seen him perform on Live at the Apollo, Lee Mack's All Star Cast, and Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow.
The Guardian
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Milton Jones: ‘The closest I've come to death? Being offered a lift by James Acaster'
Born in London, Milton Jones, 60, won the Perrier best newcomer award at the Edinburgh fringe in 1996. He went on to appear on shows such as Mock the Week and Live at the Apollo. He is currently making his 15th series for Radio 4, regularly performs on I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue, and has won two Sony awards. His books include Where Do Comedians Go When They Die? and 10 Second Sermons. Ha!Milton, his latest UK tour, has been extended to November. He is married with three children and lives in London. When were you happiest? When I hired two private detectives and got them to follow each other. What is your greatest fear? A comb. What is the trait you most deplore in yourself? Always trying to turn things into a joke. What is the trait you most deplore in others? Not being able to laugh at themselves. Aside from a property, what's the most expensive thing you've bought? Three degrees: I paid my kids' uni fees. Describe yourself in three words Quiet, sharp, clumsy. What do you most dislike about your appearance? I have a blank expression – I can't smile very easily for some reason. What does love feel like? A Pot Noodle on a cold day. If not yourself, who would you most like to be? Mr Blobby or the Stig or a football mascot. So everyone knows who I am, but no one actually knows. If you could edit your past, what would you change? What I studied at college – A-level economics. What scares you about getting older? Having conversations with young people who you remember being born. Sign up to Inside Saturday The only way to get a look behind the scenes of the Saturday magazine. Sign up to get the inside story from our top writers as well as all the must-read articles and columns, delivered to your inbox every weekend. after newsletter promotion What was the last lie that you told? You've been a great audience. What is your most unappealing habit? Muttering to myself in the corner, usually jokes. The kids say, 'Dad's muttering again.' What is your guiltiest pleasure? Pink Angel Delight. To whom would you most like to say sorry, and why? To people who I've made a really quick joke about on stage and hurt. What or who is the greatest love of your life? I've been with my wife, Carol, for 44 years. We met at church youth group. When's the last time you changed your mind about something significant? Oh, most days. I can watch a political programme and think, 'That sounds a really good point.' Then someone will argue the opposite and I'll think, 'Yeah, he's got a point as well.' I am constantly sitting on a fence. What would you like to leave your children? A book of passwords for all the electrical stuff in the house. What is the closest you've come to death? Being offered a lift by James Acaster. What single thing would improve the quality of your life? Healthier food from motorway service stations – I am always going through them late at night and it's all rubbish. What do you consider your greatest achievement? Keeping going. What keeps you awake at night? Ambulances – I live near a hospital. How would you like to be remembered? By people smiling or shaking their heads. I'll even take rolling their eyes.
The Independent
06-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Sara Pascoe admits she was ‘arrogant' at the start of her comedy career
Sara Pascoe has admitted she was 'arrogant' at the start of her comedy career. The comedian, 43, who began performing stand up in 2007, gained public notoriety on panel shows including Never Mind the Buzzcocks and Have I Got News For You after performing solo shows at Edinburgh Fringe. Pascoe went on to tour her material across the UK, alongside writing and starring in the BBC Two sitcom Out of Her Mind and penning three books: Weirdo, Animal, and Sex, Power, Money. Speaking to The Guardian, Pascoe, who got into theatre at university, revealed she started doing standup on a whim after initially exploring character comedy, which she thought of as acting-adjacent. 'I was arrogant,' she said. 'I think if I'd actually seen the masters of their craft I would have known my place. Instead, I was having a glass of wine and going out with the energy of a mad woman at a bus stop.' Despite never having even watched any stand-up before trying it for herself, Pascoe said she was 'really, really, really addicted' to comedy 'from the beginning'. Early into her comedy career, Pascoe was asked to appear on the BBC's flagship standup show, Live at the Apollo. Ahead of the taping, she performed a preview of her Edinburgh Fringe show where 'nobody laughed at me for an hour'. 'I remember thinking: crikey, should I do Apollo?' the comedian said. 'I thought, do you want to be the worst person who's ever done Live at the Apollo, or not do Live at the Apollo? 'I'd rather be the worst person. And so you have to make your peace with it.' She joked: 'I've never let being bad at things stop me doing them, which is how I've had a career.' Pascoe said the start of her comedy career in 2007 collided with a time when the industry was 'desperate' for women and female comics were 'constantly getting recommended for gigs', which aided her success. Additionally, the influx of panel shows on television meant comedians could earn good money and gain exposure on television. 'Everyone I know from that time is famous now,' Pascoe said, pointing to Josh Widdicome, James Acaster, Ed Gamble and Katherine Ryan as her contemporaries. In a previous interview with New City College, Pascoe previously admitted she 'used to think comedy was for idiots' before trying it out for herself. 'I was very sneering,' she reflected. 'I didn't know I wanted to be a comedian until I'd done it for about three months. I was trying to be an actor from the age of 18 to 27.'
