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Comedy star rubbishes knighthood idea



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Published Date: 23 July 2008
Monty Python and Fawlty Towers star John Cleese revealed he would rather have a lemur species named after him than receive a knighthood or peerage.
The comic actor returned to Bristol Zoo Gardens to discuss conservation, his childhood in the West Country and three fund-raising performances to be held within the grounds of the zoo.

Speaking at the zoo, Cleese - who declined a CBE in 1996 - said: "I would rather have that than a knighthood or peerage.

"They're the sweetest little creatures. They never snatch food from you."

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  • Last Updated: 23 July 2008 7:47 AM
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brigpnefan,

preston 23/07/2008 10:08:46
How refreshing to hear a comic great say this about an out of date,toffie nosed,stuck up class ridden hog wash that stands for a knight hood.These titles are given to any old tom,dick and harry,and needs scrapping for a more fairer way of rewarding real people. Theses days its not what you know, its who you know!RIGHT BASIL!
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brigpnefan,

preston 23/07/2008 10:11:26
Oops!i meant these days.Hick !
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