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Peter Edward Cook (17 November 1937 – 9 January 1995) [2] was an English comedian, actor, satirist, playwright and screenwriter. He was the leading figure of the British satire boom of the 1960s, and he was associated with the anti-establishment comedic movement that emerged in the United Kingdom in the late 1950s.
May 10, 2024 · Peter Cook was a British entertainer who gained international fame in the 1960s in the hit satirical revue Beyond the Fringe (with Alan Bennett, Jonathan Miller, and Dudley Moore) and for his longtime comedy partnership with Moore on stage, screen, television, and comedy records. He also founded.
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Jan 9, 2015 · A personal and nostalgic look back at the legendary English comedian's brilliant work and tragic life. Jones shares his admiration for Cook's rhythmic, surreal and satirical humor, and his impact on Private Eye and Clive Anderson Talks Back.
Peter Cook (1937-1995) was a British comedian and actor, known for his roles in The Princess Bride, Supergirl, and Bedazzled. He was also a member of the comedy group Beyond the Fringe and the duo Derek & Clive with Dudley Moore.
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May 11, 2019 · Peter Cook, comedian, born 17 November 1937, died 9 January 1995. The Independent revisits the life of a notable figure. This week: Peter Cook, from Tuesday 10 January 1995.
Learn about Peter Cook, the "Father of Modern Satire" who challenged the establishment with his witty and incisive humor. Explore his early life, career, legacy, and personal struggles in this biography.
Peter Edward Cook was an English comedian, actor, satirist, playwright and screenwriter. He was the leading figure of the British satire boom of the 1960s, and he was associated with the anti-establishment comedic movement that emerged in the United Kingdom in the late 1950s.
