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Actor-comedian Ricky Gervais says despite daily workouts, he remains ‘fat and exhausted’, The Liver Doc responds, ‘It’s the alcohol Ricky. It’s the alcohol’

October 14, 2025 4:01 pm

Sharing a few studies, he further explained, “Alcohol use contributes to exercise effort intolerance by directly hindering cardiovascular and muscle function…”

Ricky Gervais mourns the loss of 'After Life' dog Vislor Antilly: ‘She was a very good girl’

January 23, 2025 11:46 am

Born in Herefordshire, at the residence of West Bromwich-based Vislor Dog Training Centre, Anti has been a part of multiple shows and movies, including Tom Cruise’s film 'Edge of Tomorrow'.

Dave Chappelle The Dreamer review: Controversial comedian promises to 'keep punching down' in mean-spirited Netflix standup special

January 03, 2024 8:03 am

Dave Chappelle The Dreamer review: Like a theoretical physicist helping the Nazis during World War II, or a surgeon dedicating his life to stealing kidneys, the legendary comedian isn’t exactly putting his skills to good use.

Ricky Gervais Armageddon review: Provocative comedian dusts off dated material in latest Netflix standup special

December 28, 2023 8:03 am

Ricky Gervais Armageddon review: The British comedian certainly isn't breaking new ground with his latest Netflix standup special, but his penchant for provocation remains as cheeky as ever.

Ricky Gervais SuperNature review: Deliberately provocative, mildly problematic Netflix special pushes the right buttons

May 25, 2022 8:17 am

Ricky Gervais SuperNature review: In his latest standup special, the provocative comedian touches on topics such as homophobia, atheism, religion, but inevitably can't resist commenting on the day's hottest issue; trans rights.

After Life season 3 review: Ricky Gervais' show is a terrific closure to a story of grief and acceptance

January 18, 2022 9:02 am

After Life season 3 review: The third iteration in this Ricky Gervais series about grief and loss serves as an emotion-laden, poignant closure to the story.

When Steve Carell stole Ricky Gervais' Emmy, British actor had to wrench away trophy

August 17, 2021 9:14 am

During the 59th Primetime Emmy Awards held in 2007, Ricky Gervais was awarded in the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series category for his performance in BBC-HBO sitcom Extras. But since he was not present, Steve Carell took the trophy.

How TV went from The Office's David Brent to Ted Lasso

July 28, 2021 11:17 am

In TV’s ambitious comedies, as well as dramas, the arc of the last 20 years is not from bold risk-taking to spineless inoffensiveness. But it is, in broad terms, a shift from irony to sincerity.

Five shows that will alter your perspective on death

July 08, 2020 12:16 pm

Death is inevitable, and so is grief. And while dealing with these takes a lot of courage, looking at them with a new lens certainly helps matters.

After Life season 2 first impression: Ricky Gervais’ series remains funny and poignant

April 26, 2020 12:21 pm

If you, like me, were fond of the unique amalgam of Ricky Gervais' brand of provocative comedy and the pathos of his character and his suicidal tendencies in After Life season 1, you will likely love the second season.

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