Comedian Lucy Porter on her Brownie-themed comedy show and how Caroline Aherne gave her the break she needed
We caught up with comedian Lucy Porter, 46, whose new Edinburgh Festival Fringe show is all about Brownies and Girl Guides - we talked finding your feet as a comedian, coping with nerves, and greatest inspirations.Lucy Porter as a Brownie with The Sun's Rosie GizauskasNot at all. The worst thing I ever did was bunk off one day to go to the shops and I got caught and told off horribly by the head teacher.
I always liked to make people laugh, even though I was quite shy. None of my friends from back then can believe what I do now.How did you get your big break?She was an angel and brilliant, and one of the most naturally funny people I have ever met. After a gig I’d go for drinks and hang out in the pub all night, but now I have to make sure that I go home or I’ll really miss them. Everything changes when you become a mum.My favourite comedian is Sarah Kendall. I also love Sarah Millican.Lucy always loved to make people laugh but people never expected she would go into comedyCaroline Aherne co-created and starred in The Royle Family, and helped Lucy Porter in her careerMy cats Midnight and Daisy.
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