R ik Mayall lived many lives.He was Rik, of course, and Richard “Richie” Richard. There was Sir Richard Dangerous, Alan B’Stard, Drop Dead Fred and Lord Flashheart.

I loved Drop Dead Fred!” or “Wait, who is Rik Mayall?” You see, Drop Dead Fred was a minor hit – an indie film that took in $13.8 million during its theatrical run.

Rik Mayall, the beloved British comedian, writer and actor, has died at the age of 56, according to a statement from his management, Brunskill. "We are deeply saddened to announce the death of Rik ...

The death of UK comedian and actor Rik Mayall happened after he had an “acute cardiac event” at home following a run, his wife says. CNN values your feedback 1.

For an entire generation growing up the 1980s and 1990s, Rik Mayall was one of the most familiar - and fascinating ... The dark comedy inspired by 'bleak' dating scene. 6 days ago.

Comedian Rik Mayall died suddenly on 9 June this year. His blend of rocket-fuelled physical comedy, surrealism, subversive satire and pompous punk wit left a body of work that spanned four decades.

A fan once asked for Rik Mayall's autograph, here is his brilliant response. Christopher Hooton. Wednesday 11 June 2014 09:04 BST. Comments. Mayall's letter got a fairly serious re-draft (Letters ...

Mayall’s sod-you spirit is reflected in the last interview he ever gave. Days before he died, he filmed a piece for the Dave channel to promote what would turn out to be his final work, a ...

Despite their relationship being somewhat strained by the end, the love Ade Edmondson had and still has, for Rik Mayall is bursting through…. #BottomExposed — StaceSpurs_1975 (@StaceSpurs1975 ...

Mayall performed in The Young Ones, Blackadder, Bottom and The New Statesman before his death in 2014.