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Mel Brooks
June 28, 2024, 2:29 pm
OPINION: Happy blazing birthdays to the incomparable Mel Brooks
The comedian who affectionately called the Queen Mother 'the biggest shiksa there ever was” turns 98 today
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Darren Richman
March 30, 2023, 3:47 pm
OPINION: My dear grandfather Zigi knew laughter is often a Jew’s best defence
Following the loss of Holocaust survivor Zigi Shipper, his grandson Darren Richman writes that defiance and humour in the face of death seems a particularly Jewish coping mechanism
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Darren Richman
February 3, 2022, 10:05 am
Barry’s blessing: Cryer with laughter!
Author and broadcaster Russ Kane writes a personal tribute about the wit and warmth of a comedian who was Jewish enough
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Russ Kane
December 4, 2021, 2:42 pm
Who What Where: Mel Brooks’ autobiography, and Leonardo di Caprio’s Aleph farm
Our weekly roundup of what to look out for in arts, entertainment and all things life!
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Brigit Grant
October 19, 2021, 2:04 pm
At 95, Mel Brooks will finally deliver ‘History of the World: Part II’
'I can’t wait to once more tell the real truth about all the phoney baloney stories the world has been conned into believing are History', the veteran Jewish comedian said
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JTA
August 13, 2021, 1:26 pm
Mel Brooks, 95, writes first memoir
Jewish comedy legend promises to reveal never-before-told anecdotes about his career in work called 'All About Me!
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Jewish News
January 31, 2021, 12:06 am
The Lighter Side! Where did funny go?
All comedy requires an audience, so until we can congregate in venues and stand-ups aren’t sat down, Brigit Grant we’re stuck with jokes that wouldn’t make it into crackers
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Brigit Grant
July 1, 2020, 4:10 pm
Comedy legend Carl Reiner dies at 98
The Bronx native, the son of Jewish immigrant parents, called himself a “Jewish atheist” and said his faith in God had ended with the Holocaust
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JTA
June 26, 2019, 5:39 pm
10 reasons why Toy Story 4 is so Jewish!
From Mr Potato Head and Barbie to award-winning directors and memorable songs, we explore the Oy factor in Disney Pixar's latest smash hit
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Francine Wolfisz
April 8, 2019, 11:01 am
Pesach: talking guest lists and seders with Modern Family maker Steve Levitan!
Brigit Grant finds out that if anyone knows how to pull an ensemble together that guarantees a good time it's the creator of the hit American comedy series
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Brigit Grant
August 28, 2018, 12:18 pm
Comedian Carl Reiner, 96, ‘impressed’ for being oldest-ever Emmy nominee
Jewish comedy legend who created 'the Dick Van Dyke Show' earned nod for his role as host of documentary 'If You’re Not in the Obit, Eat Breakfast'
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JTA
August 28, 2018, 12:01 pm
Tributes pour in for Broadway icon Neil Simon, who dies aged 91
Celebrities pay respects to Pulitzer-winning playwright best known for works such as The Odd Couple, The Sunshine Boys, and the Brighton Beach Trilogy
September 21, 2017, 3:33 pm
Mel Brooks: ‘Gas chambers’ off limits for comedy
Veteran Jewish comedian says the destruction of European Jews in the Second World War is off limits for Jews
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Jewish News Reporter
February 12, 2017, 11:13 pm
Mel Brooks: Trump not reached Hitlerian proportions… yet
The legendary Jewish comedian and actor was speaking after having been awarded the prestigious Fellowship at the Baftas
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Jewish News Reporter
February 12, 2017, 11:09 pm
Prince William presents Mel Brooks with lifetime Bafta award
The legendary American-Jewish filmmaker and comedian said he is 'very grateful' to be recognised at the British film awards
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Jewish News Reporter
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