How did a humble lad from Bedford become one of the greatest performers of his generation?
One half of comedy duo, French and Saunders, she's part of our comic royalty.
Ever since New Faces Victoria Wood has been making the nation chortle
We salute Stephen Fry, one of the country's wittiest comedy all-rounders.
Screen writer extraordinaire
Over the last 20 years, Jennifer Saunders has become one of the UK's best known comics.
Julie Walters is one of our best-loved and most versatile superstars...
Her sitcom Miranda has recently been showered with comedy awards.
Whether cocky cockney or dour detective he always delights critics and the public.
He served time in Porridge and ruled the till in Open All Hours.
The queen of stand-up, the mistress of the panel show and the star of Getting On.
He's written gags for the most famous comedy names and is a panel show regular.
Rebecca is that rare talent - she's mastered both comedy and straight roles.
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