- Title: Heroes Of Comedy: 2
- Date: 23rd April 1997
- Summary: A series of one off programmes on some of Britain's best known and well loved comedians, including interviews with fellow performers and archive footage. To include: LES DAWSON One of Britain's most popular men, who died in 1993, is the subject of tonight's programme. Featured alongside clips illustrating his unique style as a stand up comedian are moments from his memorable interviews with Michael Parkinson and revealing footage of him as a straight actor. The programme also marks the return to the screen of his notable partnership with Roy Barraclough as Cissie and Ada. Those paying tribute include his widow Tracy together with Dave Allen, John Cleese, Mike Craig, Barry Cryer, Ken Dodd, Hughie Green, Jane Horrocks, Mo Moreland and Alan Plater. Written and produced by John Fisher KENNY EVERETT A special celebration of the inspired lunacy of the disc jockey and comedian who broke new ground in both radio and television before his premature death in 1995. Featured alongside Kenny's vast gallery of zany characters, including Sid Snot and Cupid Stunt, are Freddie Mercury, Rod Steward and Toyah Willcox. Those paying tribute include Jeremy Beadle, Dave Cash, Barry Cryer, Eric Gear, Jo Gurnett, Sir Cliff Richard, Cleo Rocos, Barry Took, Terry Wogan and Steve Wright. Written and produced by John Fisher ALASTAIR SIM A special celebration of the career of one of Britain's most popular comedy actors. Featured alongside clips of his most familiar roles in films like THE BELLES OF ST TRINIAN'S and SCROOGE is rare archive footage of his earliest appearances for the cinema. Those paying tribute include his widow, Naomi, daughter, Merlith, and George Cole, John Howard Davies, Stephen Fry, Nigel Hawthorne, Karl Howman, Alistair McGowan, Sir Ian McKellen, Ron Moody and Patricia Routledge. Written and produced by John Fisher
- Description:A tribute programm whose subject is Kenny Everett. Material used in the programme includes interviews with celebrities discussing Kenny professionally and personally. Archive footage from sources includes; Thames TV, BBC and Channel 4. Stills photographs and memorabilia relating to his personal and professional life.
- Broadcaster:Channel 4
- Collection: Channel 4
- Genre:Entertainment
- Producer:Thames Television LTD
- Programme Episode:Episode 2
- Transmission Date:23/04/1997
- Rights:On Request
- Decade: 1990s