Les Dennis
@LesDennis
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Never had a proper job. . Agent @misstoogood @toogoodmgmt https://t.co/Myp0fMUtxE
Joined November 2011
The Sun printed an article at the weekend I did for another paper in 2018 and made it look like I’d done an exclusive with them. To all my fellow scousers you know I would never speak with them.
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All the I met Les Dennis posts are making me laugh out loud. You’re all making me see that Twitter can be a great place despite the odd idiot. Thank you all.
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I’ve had a lot of abuse re my post about #imaceleb .Lots of people calling me a has been and an ex celebrity. Like me those people are entitled to their opinions. I try not to criticise here and I considered deleting the tweet but I stand by it. I won’t be posting about the final.
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I’ve just finished watching tonight’s I’m a Celebrity. I am gobsmacked. Mat Hancock is still there??? WTF is going on?.
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No you didn’t. I am at home and have been all day. Don’t lie.
Met @LesDennis today in the Brewers Fayre in Warrington. What a disappointment!!!! Refused to have a picture with me and swore at my 2 year old son. #Disappointed.
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My last day of being 66 coming to an end. My dad was just 66 when he died. Mortality sinks in as we pass these milestones. These are weird times but I’m blessed to have an amazing family. Thank you lovely ones. 67 here I come.
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I apologise for my post re the women’s boxing at the Olympics. Sometimes it’s easy to get caught up in misinformation. I’ll make sure I have the facts before I tweet in future.
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I have 40 minutes left of my 60’s. 70 here I come. Ready for you
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What about schools in the rest of the UK? As an older dad I’m vulnerable. Concerned for teachers and all school staff. And of course our children. #teachers.#closeschoolsnow.
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When I didn’t have an acting or presenting job I sold bleach and disinfectant door to door. I was proud to do this to pay the bills and put food on the table. Shame on the Daily Star. But then again this rubbish is what they thrive on.
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32 years ago today my good friend and comedy partner Dustin Gee died at age 43. Such talent that was cut short. Miss him still.
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My thoughts with #teachers .If the new strain is so prevalent in young children then it makes sense to move education online. Yes,our children need to be taught,but more importantly we all need to stamp out this virus.
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Here we go again.
Les Dennis has re-followed Barack Obama on Instagram after unfollowing two weeks ago. “The situation has been resolved,” a spokesperson said
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Just putting this out there. I’m feeling quite anxious about getting back into social situations. We’ve all got got used to staying in. The dishwasher had been my focus!! Can’t wait to meet up with friends but I know it will be emotional. Anyone feel the same?.
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My lovely friend Lionel has passed. I had such a wonderful time working with him in Don’t Dress For Dinner. A true star and a wonderful man. Thoughts with Sue,Lucy,Matt and all family.
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My lovely friend and comedy partner,Dustin Gee,would have been 80 today. Miss you,mate xx
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37 years ago today we lost the wonderfully talented Dustin Gee. His Robert Mitchum was incredible. He was also my best friend. I miss him still. Goodnight love x
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Had my vaccine today. Pain free and so easy. Please,please,please,get it when you get the call.
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Well #disappointed has brought 5000 more of you to my twitter feed. Unexpected and hilarious. Some wonderful posts. Welcome all and thank you.
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Thank you all for the lovely messages about Dustin. It’s wonderful that so many have such fond memories of him. If you’re ever in York Minster look up at the Rose Window. He was a stain glass artist in his youth and did part of the restoration xx.
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So sad to wake to the news that Paul O’Grady has died. He was a true comedy great and his twinkly,mischievous presence will be missed by so many. RIP dear Paul.
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My wonderful friend and comedy partner,Dustin Gee died 35 years ago today. “Eh kid,miss ya”.
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If a child is told it’s safe for them,but not their older sibling to return to school,how is that good for their mental health?Teachers and school staff asked to return without PPE and other safety measures in place. Ludicrous and callous. #teachers #schoolsreopeninguk.
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Was given a Family Fortunes board game as a gift last night. Thought I’d take it home for the kids. The xx buzzer keeps going off in my bag. Getting the strangest looks. So embarrassing.
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Just saw that I was trending so very quickly checked the obituaries. Phew. It’s ok.
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Loved him. He would always introduce me to people “Have you met my eldest?”.
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So utterly devastated by the death of @keithchegwin. Worked and laughed with him so much on Life’s Too Short. Indeed it is my friend. RIP
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Lovely piece about teachers on the One Show. They do such a wonderful job. Homeschooling shows us how much we need to shout out for them. Thank you all. #teachers.
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So very sad to hear that lovely Ruth Madoc has passed away. She was such a talented and lovely woman. Thoughts with her family. RIP.
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I’m in another one. Love it.
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This trend about comedians that are unfunny?Please don’t do this. Comedy tastes are personal,as are all artistic tastes. Enjoy or don’t,just don’t be cruel. Oh shit I’m in for some ‘we hate you’stuff.
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How cool to have made it here.
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So terribly sad to hear that lovely Dean Sullivan has died. I did a short stint on Brookside and he welcomed me with open arms. A lovely,funny,charming man. He’s left us far too soon. Thoughts with his friend and family.
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Well. What a day. I mostly engage with lovely people on here. It seems though that my positivity about the COVID jab I had has set some of you was a personal decision but I’m glad I’ve had it.Wishing you all,supporters and haters a peaceful night.
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I was born in 1953,the year our Queen was crowned. She has literally been here all of my life. I can’t imagine the future without this remarkable woman. God Save the Queen.
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When I was 17 I was on Opportunity Knocks. I was incredibly nervous. Two lovely men sat in the canteen with me at Thames TV and helped calm me down. I’ll never forget the kindness of Syd and Eddie. RIP Eddie Large.
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33years ago today Dustin Gee lost his battle to live. My brief time with him as a comedy partner and friend remain gifts in my life. His exceptional talent and generosity will never be forgotten. Miss you my friend. Goodnight again love xx
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Don’t think anyone in a briefing has asked about the anxiety our children might be feeling about going back to school. Please let’s remember how strange this is for our little ones.
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I always know that on my birthday I will get a call from the wonderful Barry Cryer. He always tells me a birthday joke. Still laughing from today’s. Thank you all for your Birthday wishes.
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“Just saw Les Dennis in New Bond Street and he was spending a shit load of money so put that in “ #Extras @rickygervais
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Just heard the sad news that the wonderful Bobby Ball has died. He was a true entertainer with real funny bones. Thoughts with Tommy,Yvonne and his family at this sad time. RIP Bobby.
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Down to our last 2 toilet rolls. After yesterday I darent go and do the family shop. #disappointed.
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Just had the dreaded experience on the tube when a very kind man offered me the seat for elderly passengers. Ah well…it was always coming.
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Overheard in Waitrose. ‘I have to have this many toilet rolls. I have five bathrooms’. #disappointed.
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So blessed and lucky. For the next six months this is my theatrical home. The London Coliseum. First as Wilbur in Hairspray starring the wonderful @mrmichaelball and then as Sir Joseph Porter in HMS Pinafore for @E_N_O My first opera. Still pinching myself.
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Miss you,my lovely friend x.
Remembering the late Comedian and Impressionist, Dustin Gee (Top) (24 June 1942 – 3 January 1986)
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The power of @richardosman.His lovely tweet took me from 96k to 103.3k of you here with me. To all who’ve been here for a while Thank you. To all you new tweeters Hello and welcome. I really enjoy talking with you. Thank you.
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Five years ago we lost the uniquely talented man RikMayall. The Comedy world is poorer without him. #RikMayall
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Mike Yarwood was my hero growing up. I wanted to do what he did. All impressionists copied him until they developed their own style. He was simply the best. Sympathies with his family. RIP. And this is me.
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I am shocked and deeply saddened by this news. Did the Steve Wright show many times and always found him warm,friendly,funny and acutely intelligent. Thoughts with his family and friends RIP. Steve Wright, BBC Radio presenter, has died | UK News | Sky News
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When the binman sees the wine bottles in your recycling you can’t even say ‘Oh yeah,we had some people round’.
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So very sad to hear that Joe Longthorne has died. Worked with him many times. A supreme talent and a nice man. Thoughts with his family. RIP
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@LaytonWilliams Don’t listen to the haters Layton. I was mesmerised by yours and Nikita’s performance. You are a true star and that irritates some but exhilarates most. #believe x.
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Oh no. Just about to go to sleep but just realised it’s less than 20 minutes until the next Wordle. It’s like waiting for the pubs to open.
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So saddened and shocked to hear Sean Lock has died. I did an episode of 8 out of ten cats. He was charming,supportive and of course hilarious. Thoughts with his loved ones. RIP.
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50 years ago tonight I made my first TV appearance on Opportunity Knocks. Tonight I played opposite @mrmichaelball in the fabulous Hairspray @LondonColiseum. I am so blessed to still be doing what I love…and in the premier league.
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So sad to hear we have lost the wonderful Janice Long. She was a shining and innovative talent. Such a lovely,kind woman,I will miss our chats. Goodnight sweet lady xx.
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Freddie Starr’s funeral today. He had the last laugh. Return to Sender. Love it. Bye Freddie.
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Dustin would have been 77 today. Such a talent and a friend. Here he is doing his Mick Jagger to my Bowie. Miss you.
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1st train journey since lockdown. Happy to wear a mask but it’s difficult reading. Glasses keep steaming up. Off to Scotland do to do my first job since lockdown. Feel really blessed and grateful.
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So very sad to hear that we’ve lost Timothy West. I first remember seeing him in an episode of Tales of the Unexpected. His performance stayed with me,he was so good. His devotion to his wife Prunella Scales was beautiful to see. Thoughts and love to Sam and all his family.
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Thank you all for your lovely Birthday messages. I’m overwhelmed by the love on here. Trolls are outnumbered by thoroughly descent people. As Lennon said ‘Imagine all the people. ’. Thank you all.
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Watching Dave Allen. As relevant today as he ever was. Had the privilege of sitting next to him at a charity lunch. He was charming,charismatic and as handsome as any of the great Hollywood stars. Feel so honoured to have been in this business during the golden age.
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So very sad to hear that the wonderful Tom O’Connor has died. Dustin Gee and I did summer season with him in Great Yarmouth in 1984. A great comedian and a lovely man,he will be sadly missed. Love and thoughts with Pat,Steve and all the family at this sad time. RIP Sir.
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So desperately sad to hear that lovely Barry Cryer has passed. First worked with him on Who Do You Do in the Seventies. Always got a call from him on my birthday. The loveliest and funniest man. Thoughts with Terri and his family. Goodnight old friend xx.
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Loved Top Cat. In the UK it was called Boss Cat because there was a cat food called Top Cat. The BBC changed it so it wasn’t advertising.
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As we head towards a New Yesr I would just like to wish you all a Happy and safe future. We are all fragile and this last year has highlighted that. Let’s have a united strength. Let’s understand our differing opinions. Let’s give each other a huge socially distanced hug.
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Des was a lovely man. He didn’t mind other comics getting the laughs. He once said to me ‘As long as they’re saying so and so was so funny on The Des O’Connor show I don’t mind. They’re talking about the show’. My thoughts with Jodie and the family. RIP lovely man.
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Since I told dear Elon where he could shove his blue tick I’ve lost 300 followers. More to lose I expect.
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Find memories. Dana,Tom,Leigh Miles,Bella Emberg and Dustin Gee. Great Yarmouth 1984. Goodnight Tom x
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So sad to lose the lovely Bella Emberg. A funny, lovely friend. Thoughts and love with Rosemary. Goodnight Sweetheart x
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Regarding my last post,I’m sorry that it sounded entitled. That wasn’t my intention. I simply noticed there had been no movement either way in quite a long time. I did prefer the old name of Twitter and I do value the conversations I have here. Thank you all those who responded.
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Comedy genius. Went too soon.
Remembering Rik Mayall who passed away 10 years ago today 😇🙏
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I am screaming at the telly watching this influencer trying to justify her trip to Dubai as essential travel. Please don’t be influenced by here. Phil and Holly doing a great job holding back their outrage. #ThisMorning.
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Two episodes of Extras are being repeated on BBC1 tonight at 11pm including this one. Enjoy.
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So very sad to hear Tony Slattery has died. A wonderful talent and a nice man. You will be missed Tony.
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Hilarious. I’m in a Tim Vine joke. What an honour🤣🤣🤣.
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Lynda Barron was a lovely woman and a shining talent. Thoughts with her friends and family. RIP lovely lady.
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So the promise of laptops for vulnerable children?where are they? It seems the answer is for these kids to join those of key workers in school. When the rate of infection is 1 in 50! This government goes from give me strength to give me strength. #teachers.
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Is that Rees Mogg behind you?.
On my way to Salford @MediaCityUK to present tomorrow and Friday’s @bbc5live breakfast show with @BBCNuala. Really looking forward to it. Class act.
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Gone for 30 years. I can’t quite believe it. I think about him every day with a massive grin on my face. #roycastle #dedication #charlesmingus #drwho #petercushing #meltorme
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How do the Graffiti artists do such detailed work in that subway? It’s always teeming with AC12 officers. #lLineOfDuty .#MotherOfGod.
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Liza Tarbuck doing an amazing job on Sunday Love Songs. The love for Steve from listeners is palpable. The loss of this great broadcaster is so huge and raw.
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