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Scottish Sun
10-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Still Game star breaks silence on potential return for iconic comedy
He also promoted an upcoming event THAT'S PLENTY! Still Game star breaks silence on potential return for iconic comedy Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A STILL Game star has spoken out on rumours about the show's rumoured return. The legendary comedy show - which became a cultural icon - came to an end in 2019. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Still Game became a cultural sensation Credit: BBC 3 Mark Cox as tight-fisted Tam Mullen Credit: BBC Telly fans bid farewell to the nation's favourite pensioners as the Craiglang cohort left our screens for the last time. But there has still been chat of the cast getting back together with fans always eager to see Greg Hemphill and Ford Kiernan bring back Victor McDade and Jack Jarvis Esq. Although rumours of a reunion were well and truly put to bed by star Mark Cox, who played tight-fisted OAP Tam Mullen in the show. He made it clear fans should be wary of listening to anything that sounds like it came from the show's gossip Isa when hearing about a Still Game return. Cox, 53, rubbished ideas that the cast could return for a Still Game movie. He told The Glasgow Times: "There's been talk of how you would even do a movie. "Do they work, comedy movies like that? "I don't know. I don't even know where that rumour started." The actor, who recently starred as a top cop in Netflix crime drama Dept Q even told how he is still recognised far and wide for his time as the penny-pinching pensioner, even being quizzed about the show while in New York. Still Game earned a permanent place in the hearts of the people of Scotland. Forgotten Still Game character unmasked more than two decades after iconic episode The jokes and one-liners spouted by the characters are repeated by fans young and old across the country. It has become such a sensation the cast even got a mural on the side of a Glasgow building. But Cox reckons fans will appreciate hearing some of his tales when he hosts shows across Scotland later this year. He will be taking to the stage at Bo'ness Town Hall on August 23 and Glasgow's Woodside Halls on October 25. He said: "I was in Chewin' The Fat before Still Game for a long time, and there are lots of stories and different things about growing up in the East End, being an actor and becoming an actor in a place where no one was an actor. "I look forward to speaking to the audiences, that's a thing I quite like doing. "People come, they know who I am, and it feels as if you're in the right place, you're not trying to impress, you come with the stories and other stuff you've got to tell them, and audiences are great. "They eat it up, they love it."
Glasgow Times
10-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Still Game legend revealed thoughts on film rumours
Mark Cox, who played tight Tam Mullen in the popular programme, will share his stories, memories, and 'loads of laughs' at his brand-new show in the city. The 53-year-old Glaswegian will host the event at Woodside Hall in the city's North on Saturday, October 25, at 6pm. Cox will also be hosting shows in several towns and cities across Scotland. The TV star is well-known for starring in Still Game, Chewin' The Fat, and Dept. Q, which is a British crime thriller on Netflix. READ MORE: Still Game cast members announced exciting Glasgow show READ MORE: Michelle McManus reunites with Still Game stars for smiley snap Ahead of his stint of shows, Cox shared his thoughts on the Still Game movie rumours, which circulated earlier this year, while also revealing what it was like growing up in Glasgow. In January 2025, Ford Kiernan, who played Jack Jarvis in the sitcom, addressed rumours that the comedy would be returning as a film. The co-creator of the programme claimed there would be 'no film', while quashing the rumour, saying it was 'crap'. However, Cox has now said the rumours should be 'put to rest'. Speaking to the Glasgow Times, Cox said: "There's been talk of how you would even do a movie. Do they work, comedy movies like that? "I don't know. I don't even know where that rumour started." (Image: Newsquest) Meanwhile, the Craiglang icon, who currently resides in the Southside, reminisced about his younger days and growing up in the city. He said: "I grew up in Springboig in the East End, not far from Carntyne and Easterhouse. "I went to the Glasgow Schools Youth Theatre at around 14, and I fell in love with that. I knew right away it was what I'd love to do." Before the funnyman began his acting career, he worked in several 'normal jobs', with one being in the city's Tron Theatre. However, the Chewin' The Fat hero jokingly claimed he almost 'had to call in the UN' after telling his father he was giving up his apprenticeship to pursue his dream acting career. READ MORE: Still Game legend praises 'magical' store in Glasgow Cox added: "When I had to tell my old man that I was going to give up my apprenticeship to become an actor, I thought I was going to have to get the UN in. "I loved living in Springboig, I had a lot of pals, but nobody was doing acting." The TV legend revealed it was 'great coming from somewhere different' as he claimed actors were always associated as being 'West Enders'. As a big lover of the city, Cox also shared his go-to spots for some scran in Glasgow. He told the Glasgow Times 'there are so many' restaurants, pubs, and cafes he enjoys. However, one local Southside cafe was a clear favourite for him. The Still Game star said: "I go to a cafe in the Southside a lot at the moment, Kothel in Battlefield." The comedian also said he likes a trip to El Jefe's, a top Mexican eatery located in Finnieston. The born-and-bred Glaswegian went on to reveal his deeper love for the city, saying, 'there's a warmth to Glasgow'. "There's something different about the heart of Glasgow, there's something warm and mental," Cox said. (Image: Newsquest) In terms of whether the city has the best humour, Cox said: "I think it's a place where humour is used for the good and the bad. "People in Glasgow use humour, and I think you can see that as a city it doesn't take itself too seriously. "It's a great place if you're into comedy or are born in. There is no two-way about that." After starring in Still Game, the comedian revealed he has been recognised by fans of the show from across the globe. Cox said he once got recognised in the Bronx Zoo in New York. He also said he's had tons of fan interactions, with many asking: "What happened to Tam's wean?" In the programme, Tam (Cox) had a child (Tam Mullen Junior) with his wife, Frances. READ MORE: Still Game legend has addressed rumours that the show will return READ MORE: Still Game cast members announced exciting Glasgow show READ MORE: Still Game legend pictured 'back behind the bar' at local boozer Regarding his 11-date action-packed tour, the comic said he decided to do it as he's the 'only one' out of the Still Game cast who's 'never really gone out' on his own. "I've done stuff with the five of us and the two of us," Cox said. "There's a big market for it. "People are very keen to hear different things from each of us, so I thought to myself, 'it's maybe time'." Cox added: "Paul (Paul Riley, Winston in Still Game) and everybody else have all gone out, and I thought for the autumn time I would go out and do some stuff myself. "I've written some stuff myself before, and it's good to get out; it's a good environment." READ MORE: Still Game stars' hilarious Tinder profiles for characters READ MORE: Still Game star has revealed love for iconic Glasgow pub The East End funnyman revealed the show will include 'tons of Still Game' chat. He added: "I was in Chewin' The Fat before Still Game for a long time, and there are lots of stories and different things about growing up in the East End, being an actor and becoming an actor in a place where no one was an actor. "I look forward to speaking to the audiences, that's a thing I quite like doing. "People come, they know who I am, and it feels as if you're in the right place, you're not trying to impress, you come with the stories and other stuff you've got to tell them, and audiences are great. "They eat it up, they love it." READ MORE: Still Game legends spotted with chuffed fans at Glasgow store READ MORE: Still Game legend pictured at Glasgow's iconic Barras Market READ MORE: Famous faces in Still Game you probably forgot about As part of Mark's run of shows, which will start in Aberdeen on Saturday, August 9, and end in Kirkcaldy on Saturday, October 25, the star will also host events in Irvine, Bearsden, Dumbarton, and Kilbarchan. Here is exactly where and when each show will take place: Aberdeen, Breakneck Comedy Club, Saturday, August 9, 2pm. Lockerbie, Lockberie Town Hall, Saturday, August 9, at 8.30pm. Perth, Salutation Hotel, Friday, August 22, at 6pm. Bo'ness, Bo'ness Town Hall, Saturday, August 23, at 6pm. Irvine, Volunteer Roos, Saturday, August 23, at 8m. Bearsden, Kilmardinny House, Friday, September 5, at 6pm. Dunblane, Victoria Halls, Friday, September 5, at 8.30pm. Dumbarton, Denny Civic Theatre, Friday, October 24, at 6pm. Kilbarchan, Kilbarchan Performance Arts Centre, Friday, October 24, at 8.30pm. Glasgow, Woodside Hall, Saturday, October 25, at 6pm. Kirkcaldy, Styx Kirkcaldy, Saturday, October 25, at 8.30pm.
BBC News
18-07-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Channel Islands Coop must 'move on' after new homes plan stalled
The boss of Channel Islands Coop says the firm has "got to move on", after its long-running plans to redevelop a derelict site in Guernsey with more than 300 homes did not executive Mark Cox said Coop was happy to "draw a successful conclusion" to the Leale's Yard site, on The Bridge, St Sampson, after agreeing to sell it to the States for £4.5m after owning it for nearly 30 retailers said they were "elated" and "hopeful".Mr Cox said Coop's final attempt at developing the site, which included plans for 338 houses, a multi-storey car park and a supermarket, was not meant to be. It comes after the States pulled out of a £35m deal to support Coop and developer Omnibus. Mr Cox said: "I guess there's a little bit of disappointment that we haven't been able to deliver our plans, but equally we've got to recognise that we're retailers. "We've got to move on - the States have a need for housing and as a coop we've always wanted to support that need."Being able to pass this over to the government to enable them to take it on and unleash the potential for the site and other sites that they own in Guernsey is really positive." 'Holding back' land The States of Guernsey announced plans to buy Leale's Yard on Wednesday. Earlier this year, it pulled out of a deal to spend about £35m on the project to support the Coop and developer Omnibus with the Cox said the company had subsequently "not been able to deliver the scheme".He said: "I think from a core point of view, we've got to take a long hard look at that and what we're doing is holding back a piece of land that could be developed out of much-needed housing in Guernsey. "If we're not able to do that, then we've got to find somebody that is able to do that." Mr Cox said the money from the purchase would be used to invest into its supermarket on Nocq Road in St said: "What it now gives us is certainty for our members and our colleagues that we'll be reinvesting in Nocq Road, improving that store for the benefit of those members."We'll expect to see some exciting plans coming out for the future of Nocq Road."
Glasgow Times
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Still Game legend announced exciting Glasgow event
Mark Cox, who played tight Tam Mullen in the hit sitcom, will share his stories, memories, and 'loads of laughs' at his brand-new show in the city. The 53-year-old, from Glasgow, will host the event at Woodside Hall in the city's North on Saturday, October 25, at 6pm. The show is part of an 11-date tour of Scotland, which will start in Aberdeen on Saturday, August 8 and end in Kirkcaldy on Saturday, October 25. Other shows include: Irvine, Volunteer Roos, Saturday, August 23. Bearsden, Kilmardinny House, Friday, September 5. Dumbarton, Denny Civic Theatre, Friday, October 24, at 6pm. Kilbarchan, Kilbarchan Performance Arts Centre, Friday, October 24, at 8.30pm. The tour is being organised by Aberdeen-based promoters Breakneak Comedy. READ MORE: Famous faces in Still Game you probably forgot about READ MORE: Still Game legend has addressed rumours that the show will return READ MORE: Still Game cast members announced exciting Glasgow show Breakneck Comedy founder, Naz Hussain, said: 'I'm delighted to be working with Mark on this tour, he's got some amazing stories from throughout his career, so I know audiences are in for a really entertaining evening. 'We've recently finished a run of gigs with Mark's Still Game co-star, Jane McCarry, and the love that people have for the cast and the buzz there is when they talk about the show is truly special to see'. Naz added: 'I love bringing big names to towns that some promoters might overlook. 'It's really exciting to be able to put on shows all over Scotland and make it easier for people to be able to enjoy a great night of comedy and entertainment without them having to worry about catching a train home from the city.' In Still Game, Mark appeared in 61 of 62 of the show's episodes. He is also known for writing and starring in the legendary Scottish sketch show Chewin' the Fat.
BBC News
23-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Islanders respond to CI Coop dividend rate
People in Guernsey have been responding to the Channel Islands' Co-operative's dividend Wednesday the business said it would pay members a 2% dividend rate, the same rate as last year, despite it having returned to profitability in 2024 after a £1.8m loss in 2023. Chief executive Mark Cox said the business "would love to get back to a 4% dividend rate" but the members had said they appreciated the immediate benefits of reduced in-store member Mandy said she was "very happy" with the dividend rate as "anything is better than nothing as far as I'm concerned". Another member, Jane, said she found the offers "very good" and she was "quite happy" with the dividend rate. "I wasn't expecting anything at all," she said. She added: "I'm actually quite happy because I feel the prices are quite good, they have Coop member prices and they're quite good deals, and I find their offers are very good."However, a third CI Coop member, John, said the 2% dividend rate was "not really fair".He said: "Last year it was 2% and yet they made such a profit this year so it should be more, really - 5% would be more fair."We've all been loyal to the Coop and it's spoken about that the dividend is not paying up these last few years."
