Ricky Gervais

The British actor says he is "humbled" and his success was "luck, persistence, and a little bit of pushing against the tide".

The German shepherd, born in Herefordshire, played Brandy in three seasons of the Netflix comedy.

Comedian Ricky Gervais' much-anticipated appearance is among our most read stories in Dorset.

The venue in Christchurch was overwhelmed with demand ahead of the gigs on Monday and Tuesday.

Award-winning comedian Ricky Gervais is set to debut new material in Dorset on Monday and Tuesday.

The award-winning comedian is due to debut new material at a show in Christchurch next week.

The Regent in Christchurch will welcome the award-winning star next week.

Co-star Ricky Gervais described the actor, who played Big Keith in the show, as an "absolute original".