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John Cleese on the tour he plans to take to Israel for free
December 3, 2025, 10:28 pm
John Cleese: The apology and the fallout
He thinks Israelis are smart and Jew-hate is a mystery. In this exclusive interview, the comedy legend explains his posts, fears and why he cancelled those shows
By Brigit Grant
John Cleese speaking at GalaxyCon in 2024 (Creative Commons/John Manard)
November 26, 2025, 5:33 pm
John Cleese apologises to Jewish News for sharing antisemitic posts – vows free show in Israel
Comedy legend 'extremely sorry' and pledges to return to Israel 'when it’s safe'
By Brigit Grant
John Cleese speaking at GalaxyCon in 2024 (Creative Commons/John Manard)
November 11, 2025, 12:30 pm
John Cleese denies BDS pressure after Israeli shows postponed for second time
The world-famous comedian emphasised his fondness for Israeli audiences - but the cancellation comes after a series of highly controversial tweets posted by the star
By Jewish News Reporter
Photo: Hugo Glendinning.
May 16, 2024, 12:32 am
REVIEW: Fawlty Towers – The Play, Apollo Theatre
Love and laughter abound for the stage version of the iconic sitcom
By Jenni Frazer
May 2, 2024, 4:16 pm
Turkish Jewish actor Hemi Yeroham is Fawlty Towers’ Manuel
John Cleese's much-loved show opens in London this month
By Jenni Frazer
March 4, 2024, 12:33 am
Who, What & Where? Fawlty Towers’ new Jewish star and more
John Cleese honouring the late Andrew Sachs is just one of the must-reads in Life magazine this March
By Brigit Grant
August 28, 2019, 5:19 pm
Actress Sheila Steafel dies aged 84
Comic performer sang at the local synagogue when younger, where her parents directed the choir.
John Cleese and Tom Jones (Source: WIkimedia commons. Authors: Paul Boxley and Raph_PH)
January 16, 2019, 4:40 pm
‘BDS has ceased to be’! John Cleese and Tom Jones to perform in Israel
Comedy genius and music legend will play shows in Tel Aviv in September and July respectively
By Jewish News Reporter
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