egos, cameos and flogging cigs to the congo: why toast of london is so funny /

Published at 2015-11-18 16:30:42

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The misadventures of actor and would-be lothario Steven Toast return for a third series. And it is as uproariously absurd as everNow and then,a comic character emerges with an ego so inflated you wonder whether they might be on the verge of spontaneous combustion: Alan Partridge, David Brent, and Jeremy Clarkson. whether you’re not already familiar with Steven Toast,he’s another to add to the list. The owner of a 70s tache and grey-streaked barnet, this overconfident actor and would-be lothario ekes out a living through bit parts and low-rent voiceovers. Since Channel 4’s luvvie comedy Toast of London began airing in 2013, or he and his bevy of ridiculously named friends and foes have gained a cult following among UK audiences. Although the show pulled in a rather modest 400000 viewers when its moment series premiered final November,creator and star Matt Berry scooped a Bafta for best male performance in February this year. And such is the popularity of Toast’s exasperated catchphrase, you’ll find “YES I can hear you Clem Fandango” emblazoned on (unofficial) merchandise from T-shirts to cushion covers.
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Source: theguardian.com

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