Dear Fatty

Discover the captivating memoir 'Dear Fatty,' penned by the iconic British comedian Dawn French. With a rich narrative that is both hilarious and heartwarming, this book offers a glimpse into the life of one of the most beloved figures in British comedy. Spanning nearly three decades, French's journey traces her evolution from the early days of the alternative comedy scene with the Comic Strip to achieving massive success as part of the duo French and Saunders. This unforgettable memoir is a celebration of wit, resilience, and the influence of women in comedy. Dawn's unique voice challenges stereotypes while sharing endearing anecdotes about her life, including her childhood as an RAF kid, her groundbreaking television roles, and her marriage to comedian Lenny Henry. 'Dear Fatty' sheds light on her struggles with sizeism, her dynamic friendships, and the artistic choices that shaped her career. Perfect for fans of British humor, comedy books, and memoirs, 'Dear Fatty' is an essential addition to your reading collection. Grab your copy of this B-format paperback today, and enjoy FREE shipping! Please note that combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Expect delivery within 10 days.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780099519478
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2009
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 384


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A hilarious, heartwarming memoir from one of Britain's best-loved comedians.

Dawn French is one of the greatest comedy actresses of our time, with a career that has spanned nearly three decades. Loved for her irreverant humour, Dawn has achieved massive mainstream success while continuing to push boundaries and challenge stereotypes. Here she describes the journey that would eventually establish her as a perhaps unlikely, but nevertheless genuine, national treasure.

Dawn began her career as part of the groundbreaking alternative comedy group, the Comic Strip, marking a radical departure from the more traditional comedy acts of the time. Later came the all-female Girls On Top, which teamed Dawn with Jennifer Saunders, Ruby Wax and Tracy Ullman and firmly established women in British comedy.

As part of the wildly successful and much loved duo French and Saunders, Dawn helped create a repetoire of brilliantly observed characters, parodying popular culture and impersonating everything from Madonna and Harry Potter to The Exorcist. Dawn's more recent role in the Vicar of Dibley showcased not only her talent but also her ability to take a controversial and topical issue and make it mainstream - and very funny.

From her early years as an RAF child and her flat-sharing antics with Jennifer Saunders, to her outspoken views on sizism and her marriage to Lenny Henry, Dear Fatty will chronicle the extraordinary, hilarious rise of a complex, dynamic and unstoppable woman.

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