Ricky Gervais has gotten into the controversy surrounding Roald Dahl’s children’s books, which have been edited to remove words like “fat” and “ugly” in their latest edition.
The comedian took to Twitter to talk about how he should change his own routine in favor of “fragile” and “easily offended” people.
In a blog post filled with expletives, he wrote:
This I wonder if they will change any of the words I have used in my work after my death, to spare those who are fragile and easily offended.
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Words like “fat” and “ugly.” and “c***” and “f**k”. and “fat, ugly, greedy, pathetic little stupid f**king c***”. things like that.’
A Twitter follower responded that Jervis’ drawings were not aimed at children, claiming that it can be difficult to explain the “hurtful” words to children.
Jervis replied, “Yes, I know […]. it was a joke.”
In another tweet, he shared a photo of himself pulling an unflattering face and revealing his stomach, writing, “I’ve changed my mind. I think we should ban the words ‘fat’ and ‘ugly.’ For no reason.”
Jervis’ comments follow a week of angry controversy after Dahl’s classic books, incl Charlie and the Chocolate Factoryis known to have been modified for a children’s audience for 2023. Augustus Gloop will not be “fat” but “huge” and Oompa-Loompas will be gender neutral.
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On Friday, publisher Puffin announced the launch of the Roald Dahl Classic Collection to “keep the author’s classic texts in print” claiming they had “overheard the discussion.”
The comment was widely reported in the British press, and Queen Camilla even spoke on the subject at a writers’ reception on Thursday. Expressing her opinion clearly, she told her audience:
“Please remain true to your vocation, unimpeded by those who may wish to stifle your freedom of expression or place limits on your imagination.” And the cuff was raised: “Enough said.”
Rachael Leigh Cook and Missi Pyle share the screen at Netflix’s tourist guide But 22 years ago, they both starred Josie and the pussies.
Cook was the bandleader for Josie McCoy while Pyle played Alexandra Cabot. The two stars recently recalled their time working together on the 2001 comedy.
Cook said: “I remember Messi improvising things that made us all cry laughing outright.” hill about her costar. “A particularly great moment of it is when my character has a major revelation of conspiracy going on in full swing, and Missy completely steals the scene by paying attention to whatever I say and silently sneaking up behind me, plucking my hair off a boss and rummaging through it. I remember watching the playback on screen in awe divorced “.
Bale noted that her character “wanted to be any of the pussies”.
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Clockwise from left rear: Missy Bale, Paolo Costanzo, Rosario Dawson, Rachael Leigh Cook, Tara Reid, Alan Cumming
With Cook and Pyle reunited for Tourist guide for loveIn Exclaim!, Pyle noted that working together again “was very exciting”.
“I’ve seen her here and there over the years, and I’ve always loved her,” Pyle said. “She’s hilarious. She has a very dry sense of humor and is obviously lovely and passionate, and I love what she’s done: She’s created this whole world for herself. I’m just so down to earth and blown away by her. She’s doing something a lot of other actors, including me, haven’t done. She caught on.” Flames in their own way.
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Rachael Leigh Cook and Missy Pyle in A Tourist Guide to Love
Sofia Richie And Elliott Greenie They surrounded their family and friends, many celebrities among them, during their April 22nd wedding! Marry the crossbar and the front piece Cameron Diazher husband Benji MaddenAnd Paris Hiltonher husband Carter Reum And many more, as shown in the pictures here. A group of Hollywood heavyweights enjoyed a lavish celebration at the Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in France.
Sofia Richie and her sister Nicole Richie the day before their wedding. (mega)
In addition to celebrity friends, Sofia’s famous family members were in attendance. her dad, Lionel Richiesister Nicole Richieand brother-in-law Joel MaddenThey were dressed to impress as they happily watched her become a wife. A source previously told us that Nicole was one of the people who actually helped Sofia plan her dream wedding.
“Nicole Richie has been loving every second of helping her sister Sophia plan her dream wedding to Elliott Gring,” the source said. Hollywood Live. “The two used to talk about their wedding when they were little girls, and it brought them closer than they ever had. Sofia looks up to Nicole when it comes to fashion, and she knows her sister wants her to look like the most beautiful bride of her day.”
Other famous Sofia Richie guests include Paris Hilton and Cameron Diaz. (mega)
Sophia’s brother Miles Richie He also appears to have helped with the plans. “Nicole and Miles give Sophia a lot of input when it comes to their ideas for her wedding day,” a second source shared with us. Of course, Sofia makes the final decision on every last detail, but she couldn’t imagine going through the process without her family’s help along the way. Lionel was also incredibly sweet and keeps saying he can’t wait to watch his baby girl get married. This really can’t be a union. Perfect for Sophia and Elliot. The love and support they receive from friends and family has been truly overwhelming.”
Sofia Richie and Elliot Gring at an earlier event. (clash)
Sophia and Elliott got engaged in April 2022 after dating for over a year. The proposal took place while the couple was surrounded by candles and flower petals, and Elliott got down on one knee when he asked his future bride for her hand in marriage.
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Not so fast. Meghan Markle She denies rumors of exchanging letters with her King Charles III Why would you miss his coronation.
Ashley HansenThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s global press secretary has decried allegations that Meghan, 41, will not attend King Charles’ coronation due to written messages.
Sussex’s representative said in a statement to Harper’s Bazaar On Saturday, April 22nd. “Any suggestion otherwise is wrong and downright laughable.”
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Denial came a day later The telegraph Reported that the Suits star exchanged messages with the then Prince of Wales about and Prince HarryMarch 2021 interview on CBS. In a surprising conversation, the couple discussed a royal raising concerns while Meghan was pregnant about how black Archie’s son would be, but they declined to publicly name the person.
And after the interview was broadcast, according to The telegraphThe California citizen exchanged correspondence with her father-in-law about the incident referred to.
He thinks the duchess has thanked the king for his words. telegraph reports. “The Duchess’ letter is also said to indicate that she never intended to specifically accuse the individual involved of being racist, but rather was raising concerns about unconscious bias.”
The letter allegedly named the person who made the comment about skin colour, but the king and duchess now allegedly agreed in the letters that the comment was an “innocent remark”.
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the telegraph It was claimed that correspondence as well as non-participation in the coronation ceremony accounted for seat The author’s decision not to attend the May 6th event.
Harry, 38, will attend King Charles’ coronation solo on May 6. Meanwhile, Meghan — who shares daughter Lilibet, 22 months, with her husband — will be back home to celebrate Archie’s fourth birthday in Montecito. said a source us weekly His birthday was the reason she decided to skip the UK trip.
An insider EXCLUSIVELY said: “As much as Meghan appreciates the invitation to the coronation, she wouldn’t miss her son’s birthday to the world.” we earlier this month. “As Duchess of Sussex, Meghan is a mother first.”
Another insider has revealed that while Charles’ coronation takes place at Westminster Abbey, Archie will hold an intimate ceremony with loved ones.
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Another source EXCLUSIVELY said: “Meghan is planning something really simple to celebrate Archie’s birthday.” we earlier this month. “Since Harry won’t be able to attend, she just wants to do something intimate with family and a few very close friends.”