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www.standard.co.ukHere’s the latest available around Jason Manford based on recent reporting:
- He has faced health-related show postponements in mid-2025, with multiple dates moved and venues rescheduled as he managed illness. This included adjustments to performances in Oxford, Lincoln, Skegness, and the Alban Arena in St Albans, with new dates announced for 2025–2026 [source coverage from 2025 articles].[1]
- In late 2025, reports indicated he departed from Absolute Radio after eight years on air, with fans awaiting explanations regarding his exit from the show. This development was covered as a developing entertainment story at the time.[2]
- General entertainment coverage and career updates continue to appear across industry outlets (IMDb News, Broadway World, Chortle, and BBC News topics pages), reflecting ongoing appearances, TV/radio work, and live performances. For example, BBC News maintains a dedicated category for Jason Manford with ongoing updates, while industry outlets track his theatre credits and TV appearances.[3][4][6][10]
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