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Sir Lenny Henry says he is 'jealous' of ex-wife Dawn French for a heart-breaking reason


Sir Lenny Henry has opened up on how his new Channel 4 show has inspired him to return to stand-up comedy after 15 years, as he also shared his jealousy of comedy double acts

In his latest Channel 4 passion project, Sir Lenny Henry delves into the craft of comedy, interviewing four iconic British comics on the joys and challenges of tickling the public's funny bone. They’re not scared to say, ‘This is what the world is like for me.’" He expressed admiration for Richard Pryor's unfiltered candour on stage, discussing everything from his mother being a prostitute to his father being a pimp, and how his transparency has inspired Lenny, especially following the revelations in his 2019 book about his true paternity. Lenny Henry has opened up about his envy toward successful comedy duos, including his ex-wife Dawn French's iconic partnership with Jennifer Saunders.

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