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Last One Laughing’s Richard Ayoade and Dr Who star Matt Lucas join Taskmaster series 22 cast

Last One Laughing’s Richard Ayoade and Dr Who star Matt Lucas join Taskmaster series 22 cast

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Comedians Matt Lucas and Richard Ayoade are among the latest stars confirmed to compete in the upcoming 22nd series of the popular Channel 4 show Taskmaster. The pair will be joined by Chloe Petts, Isy Suttie, and Nina Conti. Channel 4 said that the comics have “willingly submitted themselves to the toughest physical and mental examination on television”, adding that “only one can take home the glory”. Taskmaster Greg Davies and his assistant ‘Little’ Alex Horne will “score and mark with the utmost scrutiny to determine who will emerge victorious”. Lucas is widely recognised for his work with David Walliams on the BBC sketch comedy series Little Britain and Come Fly With Me. His acting credits also include Doctor Who, Paddington, Wonka, and Gladiator II. Richard Ayoade is known for his role on The IT Crowd (Getty) Ayoade famously portrayed the …

Taskmaster twins reveal “raw and organic” experience on Channel 4 series

Taskmaster twins reveal “raw and organic” experience on Channel 4 series

Published by Daniella Wilson

Taskmaster has provided viewers with plenty of laughs over the seasons, particularly from the comics who appear and the interesting tasks they attempt. Take season 20 episode 3, Thompson, for example. A task brief was laid on the table in the living room, in which the celebrities had to discover the name of the person in the lab, a separate room mere seconds down the hallway. Split into teams, they had to take it in turns to ask one question, and the person in the lab can only say yes or no. Seems simple? It may well have been, were it not for the fact that there were two people in the lab, not one! Twins Lyndsey and Louise (who recently appeared on ITV’s The Neighbourhood) would swap places each time, stumping the celebrities along the way. A hilarious watch for audiences at home and a blast for the twins themselves, the pair told Radio Times that the best part wasn’t even the task but actually seeing the Taskmaster production in action. Want to see …

Taskmaster season 21 cast: Confirmed line-up of comedians

Taskmaster season 21 cast: Confirmed line-up of comedians

Published by Daniella Wilson

After much excitement in Taskmaster’s New Year Treat, the Channel 4 comedy show is back for its 21st season. As ever, five celebrities have signed up to leave all dignity at the door and take on yet another series of silly challenges set by Alex Horne, all in the hope of impressing Taskmaster Greg Davies. It’s a mere matter of time before the first episode drops on Thursday, 9 April on Channel 4 and the star-studded lineup of comedians and others in the industry has now been confirmed. So, who are the famous faces taking part? Read on to find out more about the cast of Taskmaster season 21. Taskmaster season 21 cast Amy Gledhill Armando Iannucci Joanna Page Joel Dommett Kumail Nanjiani Learn more about the comics taking part below. Amy Gledhill Amy Gledhill. Simon Webb / Channel 4 Age: 38 Instagram: @thatamygledhill Job: Comedian and actress Amy Gledhill is a comedian and actress who began her career as part of various comedy sketch groups before winning the Caroline Aherne Bursary in 2018, designed to …

Taskmaster legend Alex Horne teases season 23 line-up as an Oscar winner joins cast

Taskmaster legend Alex Horne teases season 23 line-up as an Oscar winner joins cast

Published by Daniella Wilson

Taskmaster legend Alex Horne has teased the cast for season 23, revealing that there will be an Oscar winner among the line-up. The beloved comedy game show is set to return to our screens with season 21 on Thursday 9 April, with the likes of Silicon Valley and Eternals star Kumail Nanjiani and The Thick of It and The Day Today creator Armando Iannucci joining Greg Davies and his assistant Horne. And there are more starry casts lined up for future episodes, Horne recently revealed in an interview with Huw Fullerton for Radio Times magazine. Horne teased that season 22, filming on which had almost wrapped at the time of interview, has cast a real hero of his. Meanwhile, speaking about Taskmaster season 23, he added: “I could give you a sneaky bit of information for the distant future. We have got an Oscar winner in a future series.” The cast for season 21 was confirmed earlier this year. Alongside Nanjiani and Iannucci, it also features Gavin & Stacey actress Joanna Page, Last One Laughing …

Taskmaster season 21 cast: Confirmed line-up of comedians

Taskmaster season 21 start date confirmed with Gavin & Stacey favourite

Published by Daniella Wilson

Taskmaster is returning for another hilarious outing on Channel 4, with Greg Davies and Alex Horne back for a 21st season of the show. And the good news is there isn’t long to go, with Taskmaster season 21 kicking off on Thursday 9 April at 9pm. Following on from season 20, new episodes will be released in the US on YouTube immediately after they are shown in the UK, giving fans Stateside a dose of the wacky comedy. The cast for season 21 was announced earlier this year, with Silicon Valley and Eternals star Kumail Nanjiani and The Thick of It and The Day Today creator Armando Iannucci among the line-up. Featuring alongside them are Gavin & Stacey actress Joanna Page, Last One Laughing comedian Amy Gledhill and The Masked Singer presenter Joel Dommett. Amy Gledhill, Armando Iannucci, Joanna Page, Joel Dommett and Kumail Nanjiani on Taskmaster. Channel 4 Horne previously shared a cryptic teaser about season 21 to Radio Times, and we may be in for something shocking… “There is a moment involving Kumail Nanjiani. …

Taskmaster star Greg Davies to host the Bafta Television Awards 2026

Taskmaster star Greg Davies to host the Bafta Television Awards 2026

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Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Comedian and Taskmaster host Greg Davies will host the 2026 Bafta Television Awards. Nominations will be announced on Tuesday at midday ahead of the May 10 ceremony at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall, London. Davies’ breakthrough role was headteacher Mr Gilbert in E4 sitcom The Inbetweeners, and he hosts Sky’s quiz show Never Mind The Buzzcocks and Channel 4’s Bafta-winning Taskmaster. The actor, himself nominated for a 2013 Bafta Television Award for playing Ken in the BBC’s sitcom Cuckoo, said: “I see the whole event as an opportunity to wave a flag for this beloved medium and, with the exception of one commissioner, two execs and a co-star that I have personal beef with, I will do everything I can to ensure it’s a night of warm celebration for all.” And for his next task… ✉️ Greg Davies will host …

‘Taskmaster’ Presenter Greg Davies to Host BAFTA TV Awards 2026

‘Taskmaster’ Presenter Greg Davies to Host BAFTA TV Awards 2026

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Comedian and Taskmaster host Greg Davies will host the 2026 BAFTA Television Awards with P&O Cruises. The ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 10 at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall in London and air that evening on BBC One and iPlayer.  “Greg Davies is one of the U.K.’s most beloved comedians, writers and actors,” BAFTA said. “Known for his towering presence and distinctive comedy style, he first came to prominence as the intimidating but lovable Mr Gilbert in The Inbetweeners, before creating and starring in the critically acclaimed Channel 4 sitcom Man Down, writing and starring in BBC One’s hit crime scene comedy The Cleaner and hosting Sky’s Never Mind the Buzzcocks. As host of Channel 4’s BAFTA award-winning Taskmaster, he presides over Alex Horne’s mischief with warmth, wit and endless glee. His ability to bring genuine surprise and laughter to any occasion makes him a perfect choice to host this year’s BAFTA Television Awards with P&O Cruises.”  The BAFTA Television Awards, Britain’s biggest night in TV, recognize the programs and talent that captured the hearts and minds of BAFTA’s television …

Taskmaster star Fatiha El-Ghorri opens up about cancer treatment

Taskmaster star Fatiha El-Ghorri opens up about cancer treatment

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Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Comedian and Taskmaster star Fatiha El-Ghorri has shared that she was diagnosed with endometrial cancer last year. In a lengthy text post shared to Instagram on Monday (16 February), El-Ghorri, 44, revealed that she had undergone a hysterectomy to remove the cancer. The message prompted an outpouring of support from fans and fellow comedians, including Katherine Ryan and Sarah Millican. El-Ghorri, who appeared on the 19th series of Taskmaster in 2025, wrote that she’d been waiting to go on stage in February 2025 when she was told that a transvaginal scan had revealed an abnormality on her womb. Following more tests, doctors told El-Ghorri that she likely had cancer and should undergo a precautionary hysterectomy. She had the surgery to remove her womb, along with her ovaries, in May 2025, putting her into forced or medical menopause. In June 2025, doctors …

Taskmaster season 21’s Kumail Nanjiani explains why he signed up

Taskmaster season 21’s Kumail Nanjiani explains why he signed up

Published by Daniella Wilson

Taskmaster is returning with another eclectic cast of contestants later this year, including one from across the pond. Silicon Valley and Eternals star Kumail Nanjiani is possibly the most eye-catching name on an impressive season 21 line-up that also includes Amy Gledhill, Armando Iannucci, Joanna Page and Joel Dommett. For Taskmaster viewers, Nanjiani’s signing is huge and fans have been speculating how the Oscar nominee came to join the Channel 4 entertainment show. And he has now revealed that he has one former cast member to thank for helping him land the gig… Kumail Nanjiani. Noam Galai/Getty Images Speaking to Vulture, Nanjiani explained that season 1 contestant – and the show’s official task consultant – Tim Key got the ball rolling after the pair met. Nanjiani recalled that he had invited another former Taskmaster contestant, James Acaster, to a party at his house, and he brought Key with him. Nanjiani told Key how much he loved the show – after discovering it in 2018 through Acaster’s season – and how badly he wanted to take part. …