Sunday 17th November, 10pm, BBC Two
A special 30 minute programme celebrating the life in comedy of the much-loved and respected actor, Felix Dexter. Charting his influence as a pioneer of black comedy, from his early days in stand-up, then the landmark Real McCoy, The Fast Show, Down the Line, Absolutely Fabulous, Bellamy's People and Citizen Khan. Friends and colleagues gather to remember Felix, including Paul Whitehouse, Charlie Higson and Adil Ray.
Paul Whitehouse said: "It's great that the BBC are showing this tribute to Felix. He was brilliant, funny and challenging and deserves to be remembered as such, even though he was a Gooner."
Mark Freeland, Controller, UK Comedy Production, added: “We're proud at the BBC that we will be able to gather up all the love and goodwill towards Felix in this special and show what a fantastic comedy actor he was.”
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