Monty Python's Eric Idle has expressed sadness over his fractured relationship with Bill Oddie, who died this week aged 85. Idle paid public tribute but previously admitted the Goodies star had been "cross with me for years" for reasons unknown. The two first bonded at Cambridge University and were both at Wembley for England's 1966 World Cup win.
Graeme Garden's Birdwatching Adventure
Goodies colleague Graeme Garden recalled being persuaded by Oddie to join a birdwatching expedition. "He told me I saw some quite rare birds, but I couldn't swear to it myself," Garden said. "They were small, smudgy things in the distance!"
Drought Minister Suggestion
Amid the ongoing heatwave, Tory veteran Sir Michael Fabricant noted that the last Minister for Drought was Denis Howell in 1976, whose appointment immediately brought rain. He quipped that Andy Burnham "knows what to do!" Howell also shared baths with his wife to save water.
Nigel Havers the Dog
Retired theatrical agent Michael Whitehall named his new cockapoo "Nigel Havers" after the actor he once managed. However, the dog has been sent to residential training to address a nipping problem, according to Michael's wife Hilary.
Holly Willoughby's YouTube Mockery
Holly Willoughby faced unflattering reviews for her new YouTube channel, plus mockery from her 15-year-old daughter Belle. Holly said her daughter laughed at her for saying "And subscribe" and "Ding the bell and you'll get notifications," telling her she didn't know what she was talking about.
Alan Carr Still Gloating
Nine months after winning The Celebrity Traitors, Alan Carr still enjoys boasting about outsmarting Stephen Fry. "He's great, he's very clever," Carr said, "But he wasn't clever enough to know I was a traitor!"
Michael Palin Skips Barrow
Sir Michael Palin has long avoided Barrow-in-Furness, claiming he's saving it for a "special occasion." His upcoming UK tour does not include the town despite local invitations; the closest stop is Bradford, 90 miles away.
