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David Mitchell and Robert Webb think people have made "a sport" out of being offended by jokes.
The 'Peep Show' stars - known as Mitchell and Webb - have admitted they think people criticise comedians for their own personal enjoyment.
Speaking at a screening of the new series of 'Peep Show' in London, David said: "We're going through a bad patch in terms of people being very judgmental about jokes.
"I'm going to blame Twitter. The fact that there is a sport of trying to find offence and enjoying an afternoon of, 'Oh, they said this terrible thing that's rude about so and so.
"The fun people have doing that - and it is fun, even if they don't admit it - is potentially killing the joy of humour for millions. We just need to relax a bit about jokes.
"We should celebrate the urge to amuse and not be so quick to assume that the person that's done a bit of an edgy joke in fact has some horrendous prejudiced agenda.
"You should be able to defend every joke you make, but the massively increased statistical likelihood with each joke that you're going to have to [defend it] does make you think, is it worth it?"
Robert, 43, agreed with his comedy partner and insisted social media is a "terrible place" to try and crack a joke.
He shared: "It's a great place for people who like to be misunderstood. [You think] 'If I do this, how many sanctimonious replies will I get? How many wilfully pedantic replies will I get? Is it worth it?'
"Let's just stop trying to be funny on Twitter because it's just too annoying."
The ninth and final series of 'Peep Show' starts on Wednesday November 11 at 10pm on Channel 4.
David Mitchell and Robert Webb worry about offending
David Mitchell and Robert Webb think people have made "a sport" out of being offended by jokes.
The 'Peep Show' stars - known as Mitchell and Webb - have admitted they think people criticise comedians for their own personal enjoyment.
Speaking at a screening of the new series of 'Peep Show' in London, David said: "We're going through a bad patch in terms of people being very judgmental about jokes.
"I'm going to blame Twitter. The fact that there is a sport of trying to find offence and enjoying an afternoon of, 'Oh, they said this terrible thing that's rude about so and so.
"The fun people have doing that - and it is fun, even if they don't admit it - is potentially killing the joy of humour for millions. We just need to relax a bit about jokes.
"We should celebrate the urge to amuse and not be so quick to assume that the person that's done a bit of an edgy joke in fact has some horrendous prejudiced agenda.
"You should be able to defend every joke you make, but the massively increased statistical likelihood with each joke that you're going to have to [defend it] does make you think, is it worth it?"
Robert, 43, agreed with his comedy partner and insisted social media is a "terrible place" to try and crack a joke.
He shared: "It's a great place for people who like to be misunderstood. [You think] 'If I do this, how many sanctimonious replies will I get? How many wilfully pedantic replies will I get? Is it worth it?'
"Let's just stop trying to be funny on Twitter because it's just too annoying."
The ninth and final series of 'Peep Show' starts on Wednesday November 11 at 10pm on Channel 4.
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'Doctor Who's next series has been halved to allow Peter Capaldi time off.
The BBC One sci-fi series usually features 12 episodes per run but the Time Lord actor insisted he and the "exhausted" crew couldn't' commit to so many instalments as well as his other projects.
He explained: "If you did the series all year there'd be casualties - and one would be its quality.
"There's a point where you can't drive people any harder.
"Playing the Doctor takes up so much time. It doesn't leave much room for other things."
As well as playing the recognisable character, the 57-year-old actor is set to direct two episodes of US TV series 'Veep' next year, along with a film inspired by his time in punk band The Dreamboys with 'Late, Late Show' host Craig Ferguson while he was a student in Glasgow.
However, the reduction in episodes will be supplemented by a special at Christmas according to the Daily Mirror newspaper.
'Doctor Who' boss Steven Moffat insists the move doesn't mean the show - which will run until at least 2020 - will lose Peter though.
He said previously: "Peter is going nowhere.
"It is definitely going to last five more years, I've seen the business plan. And I think we can go past that.
"It's television's own legend. It will just keep going."
Doctor Who next series halved
'Doctor Who's next series has been halved to allow Peter Capaldi time off.
The BBC One sci-fi series usually features 12 episodes per run but the Time Lord actor insisted he and the "exhausted" crew couldn't' commit to so many instalments as well as his other projects.
He explained: "If you did the series all year there'd be casualties - and one would be its quality.
"There's a point where you can't drive people any harder.
"Playing the Doctor takes up so much time. It doesn't leave much room for other things."
As well as playing the recognisable character, the 57-year-old actor is set to direct two episodes of US TV series 'Veep' next year, along with a film inspired by his time in punk band The Dreamboys with 'Late, Late Show' host Craig Ferguson while he was a student in Glasgow.
However, the reduction in episodes will be supplemented by a special at Christmas according to the Daily Mirror newspaper.
'Doctor Who' boss Steven Moffat insists the move doesn't mean the show - which will run until at least 2020 - will lose Peter though.
He said previously: "Peter is going nowhere.
"It is definitely going to last five more years, I've seen the business plan. And I think we can go past that.
"It's television's own legend. It will just keep going."
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John Lewis has unveiled its 'Man on the Moon' Christmas advert.
The retail giant, that has dominated the world of festive advertising in recent years, kicked off the season with a mini-film set between space and a town on earth.
John Lewis teamed up with the charity Age UK for the tear-jerking advert which aims to highlight the isolation of elderly people living in Britain.
It features an adorable six-year-old girl who, when looking through her telescope, spots a house built in a crater on the moon.
An elderly man is then seen walking out of the house looking lost and lonely and while Lily can be seen trying to get his attention by waving.
The touching film points out that while many elderly people live on our streets, they may as well live on the moon because of the lack of interaction they experience with others.
The man can be seen sitting alone on a bench while back on earth families are preparing for Christmas day.
However, not wanting him to miss out, Lily devises a plan to show him he's not alone and attaches a gift-wrapped telescope to 13 helium filled balloons which slowly makes its way to the moon.
Upon receiving his present, the man looks through the telescope and spots the little girl waving at him.
A tear then falls down his cheek as he waves back while the Oasis song 'Half the World Away' plays in the background as sang by Danish singer Aurora.
Since the advert was unveiled this morning, celebrities have been taking to Twitter to praise it.
McBusted's Tom Fletcher wrote: "It's here! They've only gone and combined Christmas and SPACE! My gosh John Lewis! #manonthemoon"
Former 'Splash!' presenter Gabby Logan said: "Yep it got me at the end. #tears (sic)"
And 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!' runner-up and former 'X Factor' contestant Jake Quickenden added: "Ok so John Lewis advert almost brought me to tears (did) .... Done it again! now am in the Christmas mood (sic)."
John Lewis Christmas’ tearjerker Xmas advert
John Lewis has unveiled its 'Man on the Moon' Christmas advert.
The retail giant, that has dominated the world of festive advertising in recent years, kicked off the season with a mini-film set between space and a town on earth.
John Lewis teamed up with the charity Age UK for the tear-jerking advert which aims to highlight the isolation of elderly people living in Britain.
It features an adorable six-year-old girl who, when looking through her telescope, spots a house built in a crater on the moon.
An elderly man is then seen walking out of the house looking lost and lonely and while Lily can be seen trying to get his attention by waving.
The touching film points out that while many elderly people live on our streets, they may as well live on the moon because of the lack of interaction they experience with others.
The man can be seen sitting alone on a bench while back on earth families are preparing for Christmas day.
However, not wanting him to miss out, Lily devises a plan to show him he's not alone and attaches a gift-wrapped telescope to 13 helium filled balloons which slowly makes its way to the moon.
Upon receiving his present, the man looks through the telescope and spots the little girl waving at him.
A tear then falls down his cheek as he waves back while the Oasis song 'Half the World Away' plays in the background as sang by Danish singer Aurora.
Since the advert was unveiled this morning, celebrities have been taking to Twitter to praise it.
McBusted's Tom Fletcher wrote: "It's here! They've only gone and combined Christmas and SPACE! My gosh John Lewis! #manonthemoon"
Former 'Splash!' presenter Gabby Logan said: "Yep it got me at the end. #tears (sic)"
And 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!' runner-up and former 'X Factor' contestant Jake Quickenden added: "Ok so John Lewis advert almost brought me to tears (did) .... Done it again! now am in the Christmas mood (sic)."
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Stephanie Davis has quit 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!' over fears of a deadly nut allergy.
The former 'Hollyoaks' star has reportedly been left devastated after being forced to pull out of the reality show, despite being scheduled to fly to Australia tomorrow (07.11.15), after show doctors informed her she has a potentially deadly nut allergy.
A source told the Daily Star newspaper: "She was so looking forward to this."
Steph's allergy was discovered during essential pre-jungle medical tests and ITV producers were subsequently warned that if she got ill while filming the show her life could be in danger because the nearest hospital to the camp is an hour away.
Meanwhile, 'Most Haunted' host Yvette Fielding is reportedly heading Down Under despite suffering from vitiligo, an allergic reaction to the sun.
An insider told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "Even simple chores around camp will be a Bushtucker trial for Yvette in the boiling hot temperatures. If her skin condition turns bad she will be forced to leave early and get medical attention."
Explaining her condition, the 'Most Haunted' presenter previously said: "I'm not an albino, but the doctor has warned me that my eyes are more sensitive to sunlight than most people. I have special sunglasses, with anti glare, that go dark straight away."
'I'm A Celeb' kicks off on Sunday November 15.
Stephanie Davis quits I’m A Celeb over deadly nut allergy fears
Stephanie Davis has quit 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!' over fears of a deadly nut allergy.
The former 'Hollyoaks' star has reportedly been left devastated after being forced to pull out of the reality show, despite being scheduled to fly to Australia tomorrow (07.11.15), after show doctors informed her she has a potentially deadly nut allergy.
A source told the Daily Star newspaper: "She was so looking forward to this."
Steph's allergy was discovered during essential pre-jungle medical tests and ITV producers were subsequently warned that if she got ill while filming the show her life could be in danger because the nearest hospital to the camp is an hour away.
Meanwhile, 'Most Haunted' host Yvette Fielding is reportedly heading Down Under despite suffering from vitiligo, an allergic reaction to the sun.
An insider told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "Even simple chores around camp will be a Bushtucker trial for Yvette in the boiling hot temperatures. If her skin condition turns bad she will be forced to leave early and get medical attention."
Explaining her condition, the 'Most Haunted' presenter previously said: "I'm not an albino, but the doctor has warned me that my eyes are more sensitive to sunlight than most people. I have special sunglasses, with anti glare, that go dark straight away."
'I'm A Celeb' kicks off on Sunday November 15.
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'Coronation Street' bosses have been warned their three-tier pay system will result in stars "jumping ship".
The ITV soap is reportedly facing an exodus over the differences in pay, with actors including William Roache, 83, and Michael Le Vell, 50, both on £250,000 a year while Kym Marsh and Ryan Thomas - who quit earlier this year - are paid approximately £100,000 and new arrivals just £40,000.
A source told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "There are several other big names ready to jump ship.
"Ryan was a shock but a lot of established stars on the smaller money don't think it's worth the cash."
In addition to Ryan - who is said to be planning a move to Hollywood when he leaves 'Corrie' next summer - Alison King, 42, and Craig Charles, 51, have also quit the soap in recent months.
As well as being angry over the pay system, stars are also said to be unhappy about the ban on product endorsements and starring in Christmas pantomimes.
The news comes after the stars themselves were warned that there's no guarantee their contracts will be renewed by new boss Kate Oates next year.
A source said previously: "A few people have been raising the tentative question about their contracts being renewed or extended, but the answer has been it will all have to wait until the new year -- and that has set a few nerves jangling.
"Everyone has been told there will be personal sit-downs with the new boss, who will have her own ideas about how their characters will progress -- or not."
Coronation Street bosses warned they face exodus of stars
'Coronation Street' bosses have been warned their three-tier pay system will result in stars "jumping ship".
The ITV soap is reportedly facing an exodus over the differences in pay, with actors including William Roache, 83, and Michael Le Vell, 50, both on £250,000 a year while Kym Marsh and Ryan Thomas - who quit earlier this year - are paid approximately £100,000 and new arrivals just £40,000.
A source told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "There are several other big names ready to jump ship.
"Ryan was a shock but a lot of established stars on the smaller money don't think it's worth the cash."
In addition to Ryan - who is said to be planning a move to Hollywood when he leaves 'Corrie' next summer - Alison King, 42, and Craig Charles, 51, have also quit the soap in recent months.
As well as being angry over the pay system, stars are also said to be unhappy about the ban on product endorsements and starring in Christmas pantomimes.
The news comes after the stars themselves were warned that there's no guarantee their contracts will be renewed by new boss Kate Oates next year.
A source said previously: "A few people have been raising the tentative question about their contracts being renewed or extended, but the answer has been it will all have to wait until the new year -- and that has set a few nerves jangling.
"Everyone has been told there will be personal sit-downs with the new boss, who will have her own ideas about how their characters will progress -- or not."
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Sheridan Smith struggles to meet men because she's a "workaholic".
The 'Cilla' actress - who is reported to have split from 'Hollyoaks' actor Greg Wood earlier this year - has refused to confirm whether or not she's currently single but confessed her busy work schedule often gets in the way of her relationships.
She said: "You don't really get a chance to meet people. I know I'm always working, I'm a workaholic and I live on my own with my three dogs. It sounds really sad and Bridget Jonesy doesn't it? But I just meet people on jobs. [The dogs] are my babies, I don't need a man with them!
"You always kind of just meet people along the way."
The 34-year-old star claimed that while she wouldn't turn someone down just because they're not famous, she thinks it would be "weird" for them to date her.
Speaking on tonight's (06.11.15) episode of 'The Jonathan Ross Show', she explained: "If it's someone who also isn't in the business in that way, it might be strange for them I guess. I would totally date, I'm not like that, but whether it would be weird for anyone else, I don't know."
Sheridan also admitted she'd love to give online dating app Tinder a go, adding: "I would like to!"
Sheridan Smith struggles to meet men
Sheridan Smith struggles to meet men because she's a "workaholic".
The 'Cilla' actress - who is reported to have split from 'Hollyoaks' actor Greg Wood earlier this year - has refused to confirm whether or not she's currently single but confessed her busy work schedule often gets in the way of her relationships.
She said: "You don't really get a chance to meet people. I know I'm always working, I'm a workaholic and I live on my own with my three dogs. It sounds really sad and Bridget Jonesy doesn't it? But I just meet people on jobs. [The dogs] are my babies, I don't need a man with them!
"You always kind of just meet people along the way."
The 34-year-old star claimed that while she wouldn't turn someone down just because they're not famous, she thinks it would be "weird" for them to date her.
Speaking on tonight's (06.11.15) episode of 'The Jonathan Ross Show', she explained: "If it's someone who also isn't in the business in that way, it might be strange for them I guess. I would totally date, I'm not like that, but whether it would be weird for anyone else, I don't know."
Sheridan also admitted she'd love to give online dating app Tinder a go, adding: "I would like to!"
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Chris Eubank is being lined up for this year's 'I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!'
The British boxing legend, 49, has reportedly been offered a staggering £200,000 by producers to pack up his rucksack, pull on his jungle gear and head Down Under to take part in the forthcoming series of the popular reality TV show.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "We have been struggling to attract big names in the older celebrity world, so we are delighted to have secured Chris.
"Chris is not a man known to mince his words, and he often comes out with bizarre rants, making him an ideal candidate for 'I'm A Celebrity.'
"He's still in fantastic condition, so watching him take on the Bushtucker Trials will be quite something.
"His eccentricity will be something to behold - especially when he is hungry and deprived of sleep as campmates always are in the jungle. We think he is perfect for stirring the pot and are sure he will make sparks fly."
The athlete is set to join former 'Geordie Shore' star Vicky Pattison, rapper 50 Cent, 'Weakest Link' host Anne Robinson and James Arthur in the jungle as they all come face-to-face with creepy crawlies, tuck into rice and beans and meet some of the world's most dangerous animals.
'I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!', which is fronted by comedy duo Ant and Dec, will hit screens on November 15.
Chris Eubank to join I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!?
Chris Eubank is being lined up for this year's 'I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!'
The British boxing legend, 49, has reportedly been offered a staggering £200,000 by producers to pack up his rucksack, pull on his jungle gear and head Down Under to take part in the forthcoming series of the popular reality TV show.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "We have been struggling to attract big names in the older celebrity world, so we are delighted to have secured Chris.
"Chris is not a man known to mince his words, and he often comes out with bizarre rants, making him an ideal candidate for 'I'm A Celebrity.'
"He's still in fantastic condition, so watching him take on the Bushtucker Trials will be quite something.
"His eccentricity will be something to behold - especially when he is hungry and deprived of sleep as campmates always are in the jungle. We think he is perfect for stirring the pot and are sure he will make sparks fly."
The athlete is set to join former 'Geordie Shore' star Vicky Pattison, rapper 50 Cent, 'Weakest Link' host Anne Robinson and James Arthur in the jungle as they all come face-to-face with creepy crawlies, tuck into rice and beans and meet some of the world's most dangerous animals.
'I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!', which is fronted by comedy duo Ant and Dec, will hit screens on November 15.
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Joss Mooney says there were "rumours" Alex Weaver was pregnant while they were filming 'Life on Marbs'.
The blonde beauty announced she's 17 weeks pregnant with her first child with on/off boyfriend and co-star Charles Martin earlier this week and Joss has now revealed there was talk of her expecting while they were still filming in Marbella in the summer.
Speaking exclusively to BANG Showbiz at The Dreamboys calendar launch, Joss admitted: "It was a bit of a shock considering I didn't realise they were together, it's a bit of a strange one.
"We heard rumours when we were out there but I was like, 'Nah, nah', cause she's a really flirtatious person.
"Jon [Stretton Knowles] told me and I was like, 'Nah, that can't be true', but obviously it's come out now.
"I'm happy for her. She's taken it upon herself to do it, it's a big responsibility."
Joss, 26, also commented on Alex's confession that she'd taken a DNA test to prove the baby was Charles' after it was revealed she'd cheated on him with 'The Only Way Is Essex' star Dan Edgar earlier this year.
He added: "Oh yeah, cause they thought it was Dan's. Dan Edgar's. That's well awkward!"
Joss Mooney heard ‘rumours’ Alex Weaver was pregnant
Joss Mooney says there were "rumours" Alex Weaver was pregnant while they were filming 'Life on Marbs'.
The blonde beauty announced she's 17 weeks pregnant with her first child with on/off boyfriend and co-star Charles Martin earlier this week and Joss has now revealed there was talk of her expecting while they were still filming in Marbella in the summer.
Speaking exclusively to BANG Showbiz at The Dreamboys calendar launch, Joss admitted: "It was a bit of a shock considering I didn't realise they were together, it's a bit of a strange one.
"We heard rumours when we were out there but I was like, 'Nah, nah', cause she's a really flirtatious person.
"Jon [Stretton Knowles] told me and I was like, 'Nah, that can't be true', but obviously it's come out now.
"I'm happy for her. She's taken it upon herself to do it, it's a big responsibility."
Joss, 26, also commented on Alex's confession that she'd taken a DNA test to prove the baby was Charles' after it was revealed she'd cheated on him with 'The Only Way Is Essex' star Dan Edgar earlier this year.
He added: "Oh yeah, cause they thought it was Dan's. Dan Edgar's. That's well awkward!"
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Ben 'The Stig' Collins thinks it would be "quite funny" to see a female presenter on 'Top Gear'.
The 40-year-old stunt driver, who is best known for his appearances on the BBC motoring show, would like to see a woman join Chris Evans in the new line-up following the departures of long-time hosts Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May earlier this year.
Speaking exclusively to BANG Showbiz, The Stig said: "I really don't know what their plan is, but in one part it is a good contrast to have a woman's impact.
"I think we get very obsessed about certain details, so I think it will be quite funny to see it from a woman's perspective. They see things that men don't.
"Things can literally be in front of a man and you just can't see them with cars, so I think it could be quite a funny angle there, just basically taking the p**s out of the lads."
The Stig also admitted he doesn't know for certain whether he'll appear in the revamped show, but has backed new host Chris to make a success of 'Top Gear'.
He said: "I don't really know what's going to come out. We'll have to see how they reformulate.
"I think that's what Chris Evans is known for, being a fantastic host. He's got a real eye for the structure of a winning format and he's done that many times so I think it's exciting."
'Ben Collins: Stunt Driver' is available on Digital HD now and on DVD and Blu-Ray on November 9.
The Stig would welcome a female Top Gear presenter
Ben 'The Stig' Collins thinks it would be "quite funny" to see a female presenter on 'Top Gear'.
The 40-year-old stunt driver, who is best known for his appearances on the BBC motoring show, would like to see a woman join Chris Evans in the new line-up following the departures of long-time hosts Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May earlier this year.
Speaking exclusively to BANG Showbiz, The Stig said: "I really don't know what their plan is, but in one part it is a good contrast to have a woman's impact.
"I think we get very obsessed about certain details, so I think it will be quite funny to see it from a woman's perspective. They see things that men don't.
"Things can literally be in front of a man and you just can't see them with cars, so I think it could be quite a funny angle there, just basically taking the p**s out of the lads."
The Stig also admitted he doesn't know for certain whether he'll appear in the revamped show, but has backed new host Chris to make a success of 'Top Gear'.
He said: "I don't really know what's going to come out. We'll have to see how they reformulate.
"I think that's what Chris Evans is known for, being a fantastic host. He's got a real eye for the structure of a winning format and he's done that many times so I think it's exciting."
'Ben Collins: Stunt Driver' is available on Digital HD now and on DVD and Blu-Ray on November 9.
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