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The Irish Sun
a day ago
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- The Irish Sun
BBC comedy icon gives fans health update after being rushed to hospital with mystery illness and cancelling all work
He hopes to be back at work in November Star Struck Down BBC comedy icon gives fans health update after being rushed to hospital with mystery illness and cancelling all work TELLY favourite Chris Barrie has broken their silence after being rushed to hospital with a mystery illness - forcing them to cancel all work commitments. The 65-year-old icon sparked concern among fans after suddenly pulling out of appearances. 4 Red Dwarf star Chris Barrie revealed he were rushed to hospital with a mystery illness Credit: Alamy 4 The telly icon has now shared a health update with worried fans Credit: Alamy Red Dwarf star, who played the holographic Arnold Rimmer, cancelled upcoming public appearances owing to a "medical situation". Advertisement But he has now given a health update from his sickbed. Writing on his official website, Chris Barrie said: "For those interested, here is an update on my health situation. "Since being discharged from hospital in early July I have been feeling better and stronger with each passing day. "I am not on any medication and am now a month into a 3-4 month healing process and there may be more diagnostic tests towards the end of that period. Advertisement "Apologies for being utterly non specific but I would rather keep it that way for now. "So, in brief, feeling much more myself, enjoying being at home and busying myself with light tasks, although this is about to be stepped up to medium tasks… "With regard to working, it is still too early to say. "If my rate of recovery remains the same as over the last month, then I could be looking at working the odd day in October, but I will not be in a position to confirm this until early September. Advertisement "As usual I will update on this page as and when anything is confirmed. In the meantime good 'ol Scarborough remains on the schedule as I really hope to be back working by November." Red Dwarf's Craig Charles reveals there will be more specials of hit show Red Dwarf follows the adventures of a group of oddball characters who are stranded on a spaceship three million years in the future. The show's main character Dave Lister wakes up after three million years in suspended animation to find out the rest of the crew on his spaceship were killed in an accident. This would have left him alone in outer space - if not for the strange companions he met along the way. Advertisement This includes the hologram of his former bunkmate, the ship's computer, an android he rescues from a shipwreck, and the creature that evolved from what was his pet cat. Red Dwarf cast members Sci-fi comedy Red Dwarf first aired on BBC2 in 1988 and ran until 1999, before it moved to UKTV channel Dave ten years later. Its cast members include: Craig Charles as Dave Lister Chris Barrie as Arnold Rimmer Danny John-Jules as Cat Robert Llewellyn as Kryten Norman Lovett/Hatty Hayridge as Holly It first aired on BBC2 in 1988 and ran until 1999, before it moved to UK TV channel Dave ten years later. Chris worked as a grave filler before he played uptight Arnold Rimmer in Red Dwarf. He also starred in the hit BBC sitcom The Brittas Empire during the 90s, later resurrecting the character and appearing alongside pop group Little Mix in the video for the Sport Relief charity single Word Up. Advertisement He also virtually reunited with The Brittas Empire cast last year in celebration of the sitcom's 30th anniversary. He has also hosted the television series Chris Barrie's Massive Engines and Chris Barrie's Massive Machines, which aired on Channel 5. In 2006, he appeared as a regular team captain in the BBC2 quiz show Petrolheads. Not much is known about his personal life, which he tends to keep out of the limelight, but he has been married twice and has two sons. Advertisement 4 Chris revealed he's been discharged and is getting stronger each day Credit: PA:Press Association
Scottish Sun
a day ago
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- Scottish Sun
BBC comedy icon gives fans health update after being rushed to hospital with mystery illness and cancelling all work
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TELLY favourite Chris Barrie has broken their silence after being rushed to hospital with a mystery illness - forcing them to cancel all work commitments. The 65-year-old icon sparked concern among fans after suddenly pulling out of appearances. 4 Red Dwarf star Chris Barrie revealed he were rushed to hospital with a mystery illness Credit: Alamy 4 The telly icon has now shared a health update with worried fans Credit: Alamy Red Dwarf star, who played the holographic Arnold Rimmer, cancelled upcoming public appearances owing to a "medical situation". But he has now given a health update from his sickbed. Writing on his official website, Chris Barrie said: "For those interested, here is an update on my health situation. "Since being discharged from hospital in early July I have been feeling better and stronger with each passing day. "I am not on any medication and am now a month into a 3-4 month healing process and there may be more diagnostic tests towards the end of that period. "Apologies for being utterly non specific but I would rather keep it that way for now. "So, in brief, feeling much more myself, enjoying being at home and busying myself with light tasks, although this is about to be stepped up to medium tasks… "With regard to working, it is still too early to say. "If my rate of recovery remains the same as over the last month, then I could be looking at working the odd day in October, but I will not be in a position to confirm this until early September. "As usual I will update on this page as and when anything is confirmed. In the meantime good 'ol Scarborough remains on the schedule as I really hope to be back working by November." Red Dwarf's Craig Charles reveals there will be more specials of hit show Red Dwarf follows the adventures of a group of oddball characters who are stranded on a spaceship three million years in the future. The show's main character Dave Lister wakes up after three million years in suspended animation to find out the rest of the crew on his spaceship were killed in an accident. This would have left him alone in outer space - if not for the strange companions he met along the way. This includes the hologram of his former bunkmate, the ship's computer, an android he rescues from a shipwreck, and the creature that evolved from what was his pet cat. Red Dwarf cast members Sci-fi comedy Red Dwarf first aired on BBC2 in 1988 and ran until 1999, before it moved to UKTV channel Dave ten years later. Its cast members include: Craig Charles as Dave Lister Chris Barrie as Arnold Rimmer Danny John-Jules as Cat Robert Llewellyn as Kryten Norman Lovett/Hatty Hayridge as Holly It first aired on BBC2 in 1988 and ran until 1999, before it moved to UK TV channel Dave ten years later. Chris worked as a grave filler before he played uptight Arnold Rimmer in Red Dwarf. He also starred in the hit BBC sitcom The Brittas Empire during the 90s, later resurrecting the character and appearing alongside pop group Little Mix in the video for the Sport Relief charity single Word Up. He also virtually reunited with The Brittas Empire cast last year in celebration of the sitcom's 30th anniversary. He has also hosted the television series Chris Barrie's Massive Engines and Chris Barrie's Massive Machines, which aired on Channel 5. In 2006, he appeared as a regular team captain in the BBC2 quiz show Petrolheads. Not much is known about his personal life, which he tends to keep out of the limelight, but he has been married twice and has two sons. 4 Chris revealed he's been discharged and is getting stronger each day Credit: PA:Press Association
The Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
BBC comedy icon gives fans health update after being rushed to hospital with mystery illness and cancelling all work
TELLY favourite Chris Barrie has broken their silence after being rushed to hospital with a mystery illness - forcing them to cancel all work commitments. The 65-year-old icon sparked concern among fans after suddenly pulling out of appearances. 4 4 Red Dwarf star, who played the holographic Arnold Rimmer, cancelled upcoming public appearances owing to a "medical situation". But he has now given a health update from his sickbed. Writing on his official website, Chris Barrie said: "For those interested, here is an update on my health situation. "Since being discharged from hospital in early July I have been feeling better and stronger with each passing day. "I am not on any medication and am now a month into a 3-4 month healing process and there may be more diagnostic tests towards the end of that period. "Apologies for being utterly non specific but I would rather keep it that way for now. "So, in brief, feeling much more myself, enjoying being at home and busying myself with light tasks, although this is about to be stepped up to medium tasks… "With regard to working, it is still too early to say. "If my rate of recovery remains the same as over the last month, then I could be looking at working the odd day in October, but I will not be in a position to confirm this until early September. "As usual I will update on this page as and when anything is confirmed. In the meantime good 'ol Scarborough remains on the schedule as I really hope to be back working by November." Red Dwarf's Craig Charles reveals there will be more specials of hit show Red Dwarf follows the adventures of a group of oddball characters who are stranded on a spaceship three million years in the future. The show's main character Dave Lister wakes up after three million years in suspended animation to find out the rest of the crew on his spaceship were killed in an accident. This would have left him alone in outer space - if not for the strange companions he met along the way. This includes the hologram of his former bunkmate, the ship's computer, an android he rescues from a shipwreck, and the creature that evolved from what was his pet cat. It first aired on BBC2 in 1988 and ran until 1999, before it moved to UK TV channel Dave ten years later. Chris worked as a grave filler before he played uptight Arnold Rimmer in Red Dwarf. He also starred in the hit BBC sitcom The Brittas Empire during the 90s, later resurrecting the character and appearing alongside pop group Little Mix in the video for the Sport Relief charity single Word Up. He also virtually reunited with The Brittas Empire cast last year in celebration of the sitcom's 30th anniversary. He has also hosted the television series Chris Barrie's Massive Engines and Chris Barrie's Massive Machines, which aired on Channel 5. In 2006, he appeared as a regular team captain in the BBC2 quiz show Petrolheads. Not much is known about his personal life, which he tends to keep out of the limelight, but he has been married twice and has two sons. 4 4
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Red Dwarf legend gives health update as fans rush to support him
Star cancelled all appearances earlier this year after being hit by a 'health situation' Red Dwarf legend Chris Barrie has given worried fans an update after being struck with a 'health situation' earlier this year. The 65-year-old played Arnold J. Rimmer on the popular science fiction sitcom which has been a smash hit on the BBC and has a huge fanbase. A post earlier this year said he had cancelled all forthcoming public appearances due to an ongoing 'medical situation'. He had been due to appear at London Comic Con over the weekend alongside Red Dwarf co-stars Robert Llewellyn, Craig Charles, Danny John-Jules, and Hattie Hayridge. Now he has given an update in a new post on his website. He said: 'For those interested, here is an update on my health situation. Since being discharged from hospital in early July I have been feeling better and stronger with each passing day. I am not on any medication and am now a month into a 3-4 month healing process and there may be more diagnostic tests towards the end of that period. 'Apologies for being utterly non specific but I would rather keep it that way for now. So, in brief, feeling much more myself, enjoying being at home and busying myself with light tasks, although this is about to be stepped up to medium tasks…. 'With regard to working, it is still too early to say. If my rate of recovery remains the same as over the last month, then I could be looking at working the odd day in October, but I will not be in a position to confirm this until early September. As usual I will update on this page as and when anything is confirmed. In the meantime good 'ol Scarborough remains on the schedule as I really hope to be back working by November.' The popular science fiction sitcom aired on the BBC from 1988 to 1999 and on Dave from 2009 to 2020. The show, starring Craig Charles as Dave Lister, the last living human, gained a cult following over time. Barrie is also known for his role as Gordon Brittas in The Brittas Empire. Fans greeted the better news and Paul said: 'When I heard Chris was ill, like a lot of people, my stomach churned. It's massively good news he is recovering and I hope he's back on his feet soon. I know we all say this because of Ace Rimmer but I'm talking about Chris Barrie. What A Guy!' Angela said: 'Thanks for sharing. Bless him. I hope he stays in 'stasis' relaxing for a full recovers. Ruth said: 'That's great news. I hope he still gets to film RD as planned and that he's well and happy. Great that he's not having to be on any meds.' Mart D. added: 'Get well soon Chris. Awful being laid up in dock, but Scarborough is even worse.'
Daily Mail
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Red Dwarf star Charles Augins dies ages 81: Tributes pour in from BBC fans as devastated friend shares emotional message
Red Dwarf star Charles Augins has died aged 81, it has been reported. Charles was well known for playing the character Queeg 500 in season two of the BBC sci-fi series. The multitalented star worked as an actor, dancer and choreographer during his illustrious career and famously choreographed the iconic Tongue Tied dance, performed by Craig Charles, Chris Barrie and Danny John-Jules. Charles, who was born in Virginia, USA, passed away on Saturday 19 July. After the news of his death broke, his friend Courtney Baker Oliver took to Instgarm to pay a heartfelt tribute to the performer. Courtney penned: 'Now an ancestor, Charles Augins, legendary choreographer, actor and vocalist was one of my most important mentors. He was the first person to support my work as a director and always encouraged me to dream bigger and say yes to every opportunity my gifts made room for. 'To me he was friend, inspiration, and surrogate father all in one. His presence on the scene kept me connected to #MikeMalone (his best friend since they were teenagers) though Mike's been gone for almost twenty years now. Charles connected me with his friends all over the world, always took my calls and was a sounding board in some of my most challenging moments. 'While his passing from labour to reward is devastating in this moment, I can only imagine the production he, Mike, Kenneth, Lynda, Glenda, and Tony are staging in heaven. The script is on point, the choreography is epic, and the harmonies are tight — I'm quite sure. 'I love you Charles - you knew that. I'm so grateful I had the privilege to be in your life for nearly thirty years. You were magic and you always will be.' Meanwhile, Red Dwarf's official fan club shared the sad news on X (formerly Twitter), writing: 'It is with deep sadness that we have learned of the passing of the acclaimed actor, dancer, choreographer, and educator Charles Augins (17 September 1943 – 19 July 2025).' This prompted a plethora of tributes from devastated fans of the BBC show, with many sharing memories of his iconic character. They penned: 'RIP Charles. Your chess moves will always be remembered in the iconic episode.' 'Oh no, not Queeg. My condolences.' 'I don't think I have ever laughed so hard as when I saw that episode the first time! Jape of the century indeed. RIP legend.' After the news of his death broke, his friend Courtney Baker Oliver took to Instgarm to pay a heartfelt tribute to the performer 'Aww nooo! That's so sad. a fine actor. RIP Charles.' 'Heartbroken. Queeg is my favourite Red Dwarf episode ever.' As well as Red Dwarf, Charles' acting career has seen him appear in the likes of Blakes's 7, Labyrinth and The Tall Guy. Acting wasn't his only passion, with Charles also carving out a career as a choreographer, with the star even bagging a Best Choreography Laurence Olivier Theatre Award in 1991 for Five Guys Named Moe.
