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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Damien Duff's attack on League of Ireland mid-season break is outlier – but clubs not in Europe may have schedule gripes
WE knew Damien Duff was an Only Fools and Horses fan, so him calling the summer break a 'Jolly Boys' outing' should be no surprise. His Only Fools confession originally came last year when the Shelbourne boss cheer up players. Advertisement And it was hardly off-the-cuff as it transpired the famous scene when Del Boy fell through the bar was edited with Paddy Barrett's head superimposed on to actor Not that the Shels chief was laughing last week as he bemoaned the League of Ireland's summer holidays . In his team news bulletin the former And after the final game of the first half of the season, he Advertisement Read More on Shelbourne He then said: 'There's an air of the Jolly Boys' Outing. They are meeting at the pub in the terminal. It's a week on the gargle. That's not the football education I had in England .' For younger readers, 'The Jolly Boys' Outing' was the 1989 Only Fools Duff, it must be said, also acknowledged this break was coming at a good time for his team as the Shelbourne truck was rolling about as smoothly as Del Boy's three-wheel van. And it is not like those players, who more likely headed for alcohol , at least not during the season. Advertisement Most read in Football All travelled with fitness programmes, with many even given trackers to make sure the work is done. And that was from managers who were glad of the break — because what made Duff's comments so headline-worthy, besides his profile and quotability, was that he is publicly an outlier. Damien Duff mercilessly trolled by rival fans over bizarre attempt to go incognito while serving ban Before he had spoken, Bohemians boss Alan Reynolds had said he felt the stoppage was good for his in-form team who had been living in each other's pockets for six months. winter . Advertisement And no manager has a choice — it is written in the rules that players are entitled to five consecutive days off during a mid-season break. Every year, those rules are reviewed and sources indicate that abolishing the break has never been discussed. The players have regularly voted in its favour, with the last If that has changed it will be known soon. On Monday, the PFAI are sending out another survey along with voting forms. But it is expected to remain popular with people who were glad of a release after an intense campaign to date saw teams play at least 18 games in 15 weeks. Advertisement That is where there could be gripes from clubs not in The reason for the heavy first-half run is to aid those in Europe, with Shels having at least 22 matches to come. Win their So while Duff does not like the summer break, the Only Fools fan must focus on July and the potential for his club to make history and considerable 'readies'. Advertisement To paraphrase Del Boy, 'This time next year Duffer, yiz could be millionaires'. 1 Damien Duff spoke out against the League of Ireland mid-season break Credit: Michael P Ryan/Sportsfile
Scottish Sun
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
90s sitcom legend admits he's ‘not against' returning for show reboot – despite failing to rejoin cast
The original series ran for 11 years between 1993 and 2004 hyde & seek 90s sitcom legend admits he's 'not against' returning for show reboot – despite failing to rejoin cast Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A US icon has thrilled fans and given hope for a future TV reunion with his former castmates. The actor starred in the multiple Emmy-award winning show - but failed to rejoin his fellow stars on a recent reboot. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 The Emmy-award winning show was cancelled after its 2023 reboot Credit: Getty 4 David Hyde Pierce - aka Niles - could be up for rejoining the show Credit: Getty Frasier star David Hyde Pierce - aka Niles - refrained from joining the 2023 revival - but hasn't shot down the chance of another appearance. Speaking about his latest venture in Broadway's Pirates! The Penzance Musical, he shared: "I did not think it would hinge on my participation. "I thought it should move on from what we were doing," he told Variety. "When Frasier happened, he didn't bring the gang from Cheers. It was successful because they made it something different. Read more on TV MOVING ON Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford cutting final ties amid divorce battle "Creatively, I thought, I have nothing else. I don't think I'm going to be much fun or be that enthusiastic about returning." David said about a possible return: "If there was a reason for me to appear, I'm not against it at all." The 2023 revival introduced son Freddy, played by Jack Cutmore-Scott and introduced Only Fools star Nicholas Lyndhurst as Alan Cornwall in the sitcom. Although the recent revival was axed by Paramount+ after two seasons, Kelsey admitted he still wanted to find a new space for the show. Kelsey previously told the New York Post: "There's a better home for it. We'll end up somewhere where people are passionate about it. "Ted [Danson] and I might visit actually something together. Nicholas Lyndhurst features as Frasier's best friend Alan Cornwall in iconic sitcom's reboot "We've been talking about a couple ideas. Maybe on Frasier. We don't know. "As long as it's still a relevant relationship, it will still be relevant for the show,' he added. "[Sam] and Frasier got along pretty well, discovered some things together about life. They could still do that." The Cheers spin-off ran between 1993 and 2004 and followed the lives of Frasier, his brother Niles and their dad Martin (John). David Hyde Pierce played Niles alongside Kelsey Grammer, Jane Leeves, John Mahoney and Peri Gilpin for 11 seasons. Cast members also included Peri Gilpin as Roz Doyle and Bebe Neuwirth as Lilith Sternin. Sadly, John, who played Martin Crane, died back in 2018 aged 77. 4 The Cheers spin-off ran between 1993 and 2004 Credit: Getty
The Sun
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
90s sitcom legend admits he's ‘not against' returning for show reboot – despite failing to rejoin cast
A US icon has thrilled fans and given hope for a future TV reunion with his former castmates. The actor starred in the multiple Emmy-award winning show - but failed to rejoin his fellow stars on a recent reboot. 4 4 Frasier star David Hyde Pierce - aka Niles - refrained from joining the 2023 revival - but hasn't shot down the chance of another appearance. Speaking about his latest venture in Broadway's Pirates! The Penzance Musical, he shared: "I did not think it would hinge on my participation. "I thought it should move on from what we were doing," he told Variety. "When Frasier happened, he didn't bring the gang from Cheers. It was successful because they made it something different. "Creatively, I thought, I have nothing else. I don't think I'm going to be much fun or be that enthusiastic about returning." David said about a possible return: "If there was a reason for me to appear, I'm not against it at all." The 2023 revival introduced son Freddy, played by Jack Cutmore-Scott and introduced Only Fools star Nicholas Lyndhurst as Alan Cornwall in the sitcom. Although the recent revival was axed by Paramount+ after two seasons, Kelsey admitted he still wanted to find a new space for the show. Kelsey previously told the New York Post: "There's a better home for it. We'll end up somewhere where people are passionate about it. "Ted [Danson] and I might visit actually something together. Nicholas Lyndhurst features as Frasier's best friend Alan Cornwall in iconic sitcom's reboot "We've been talking about a couple ideas. Maybe on Frasier. We don't know. "As long as it's still a relevant relationship, it will still be relevant for the show,' he added. "[Sam] and Frasier got along pretty well, discovered some things together about life. They could still do that." The Cheers spin-off ran between 1993 and 2004 and followed the lives of Frasier, his brother Niles and their dad Martin (John). David Hyde Pierce played Niles alongside Kelsey Grammer, Jane Leeves, John Mahoney and Peri Gilpin for 11 seasons. Cast members also included Peri Gilpin as Roz Doyle and Bebe Neuwirth as Lilith Sternin. Sadly, John, who played Martin Crane, died back in 2018 aged 77. 4 4
Scottish Sun
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Only Fools and Horses musical plunged into chaos as theatre evacuated due to medical emergency
Lancashire Police confirmed officers responded to calls from the scene THEATRE CHAOS Only Fools and Horses musical plunged into chaos as theatre evacuated due to medical emergency AN ONLY Fools and Horses musical has been evacuated after a "medical emergency". The opening show at Blackpool's Winter Gardens was axed last night after an audience member became seriously ill. 4 The musical has been touring the UK Credit: Getty 4 The Only Fools and Horses musical was evacuated last night Credit: BBC 4 An audience member at Blackpool's Winter Gardens became seriously ill Credit: dave nelson The hit production, starring TV icon Paul Whitehouse as Granddad, began on Monday. It is set to run until Saturday May 3. But last night the show was halted as a fan was rushed out of the building. The alarm was raised and they were taken to hospital by the ambulance service. The North West Ambulance Service has not shared any update about the condition of the audience member. Lancashire Police confirmed officers responded to calls from the scene. A spokesman for the Winter Gardens announced the show had been stopped. But theatre-lovers can expect to see tonight's show running as usual. And, a statement regarding any ticket-holders affected last night is also due later today. The stellar cast includes Sam Lupton as Del Boy, Tom Major as Rodney and Paul Whitehouse as Grandad. Acting legend Paul said previously: 'We had four amazing years in the West End playing to packed out houses every night, so it's an honour to take Only Fools on the road to towns and cities up and down the country from September this year. "I'm delighted to return to the role of Grandad once more – I've really missed him – and audiences will also get to see all the other hilarious characters they know and love from the television series live on stage at their local theatre. "We can't wait to see you. Mange Tout! Mange Tout!' Only Fools and Horses the Musical is a critically acclaimed feel-good production based on John Sullivan's legendary comedy sitcom. It offers fans a script with an original score including 20 songs written by John's son, Jim Sullivan, and Paul Whitehouse himself. The next performances on tour are scheduled in Turo at the Hall For Cornwall on Monday May 5 until May 10. Production cast memebers Sam Lupton – Del Boy – Del Boy Tom Major – Rodney – Rodney Philip Childs – alternate Grandad – alternate Grandad Georgina Hagen – Raquel – Raquel Nicola Munns – Marlene / Cassandra – Marlene / Cassandra Craig Berry – Boycie – Boycie Lee VG – Trigger – Trigger Bradley John – Denzil – Denzil Peter Watts – Danny Driscoll / Mickey Pearce – Danny Driscoll / Mickey Pearce Darryl Paul – Mike / Tony Driscoll – Mike / Tony Driscoll Richard J Hunt – Dating Agent – Dating Agent Gloria Acquaah-Harrison – Mrs Obookao 4 A statement from Winter Gardens More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
The Irish Sun
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Only Fools and Horses musical plunged into chaos as theatre evacuated due to medical emergency
AN ONLY Fools and Horses musical has been evacuated after a "medical emergency". The opening show at Blackpool's Winter Gardens was axed last night after an audience member became seriously ill. 4 The musical has been touring the UK Credit: Getty 4 The Only Fools and Horses musical was evacuated last night Credit: BBC 4 An audience member at Blackpool's Winter Gardens became seriously ill Credit: dave nelson The hit production, starring TV icon Paul Whitehouse as Granddad, began on Monday. It is set to run until Saturday May 3. But last night the show was halted as a fan was rushed out of the building. The alarm was raised and they were taken to hospital by the ambulance service. Read More The North West Ambulance Service has not shared any update about the condition of the audience member. Lancashire Police confirmed officers responded to calls from the scene. A spokesman for the Winter Gardens announced the show had been stopped. But theatre-lovers can expect to see tonight's show running as usual. Most read in Showbiz And, a statement regarding any ticket-holders affected last night is also due later today. The stellar cast includes Sam Lupton as Del Boy, Tom Major as Rodney and Paul Whitehouse as Grandad. Acting legend Paul said previously: 'We had four amazing years in the West End playing to packed out houses every night, so it's an honour to take Only Fools on the road to towns and cities up and down the country from September this year. "I'm delighted to return to the role of Grandad once more – I've really missed him – and audiences will also get to see all the other hilarious characters they know and love from the television series live on stage at their local theatre. "We can't wait to see you. Mange Tout! Mange Tout!' Only Fools and Horses the Musical is a critically acclaimed feel-good production based on John Sullivan's legendary comedy sitcom. It offers fans a script with an original score including 20 songs written by John's son, Jim Sullivan, and Paul Whitehouse himself. The next performances on tour are scheduled in Turo at the Hall For Cornwall on Monday May 5 until May 10. Production cast memebers Sam Lupton – Del Boy Tom Major – Rodney Philip Childs – alternate Grandad Georgina Hagen – Raquel Nicola Munns – Marlene / Cassandra Craig Berry – Boycie Lee VG – Trigger Bradley John – Denzil Peter Watts – Danny Driscoll / Mickey Pearce Darryl Paul – Mike / Tony Driscoll Richard J Hunt – Dating Agent Gloria Acquaah-Harrison – Mrs Obookao 4 A statement from Winter Gardens More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at
