John Marwood Cleese (/ ˈkliːz / KLEEZ; born 27 October 1939) is an English actor, comedian, screenwriter, producer, and presenter. Emerging from the Cambridge Footlights in the 1960s, he first …

Cleese based this character on a proprietor he had met while staying with the other Pythons at a hotel in Torquay, England. Only a dozen episodes were made, but each is truly hilarious, and he is still …

3 days ago · Monty Python icon John Cleese shared his true feelings after the full footage of an attempted assassination attempt against Trump was released.

Nov 12, 2025 · Monty Python legend John Cleese may be known for his iconic sense of humor, but he’s also struggled through painfully dark times.

6 days ago · John Cleese grapples with irony and absurdity in today's world, reflecting on media and politics.

Jan 6, 2026 · John Cleese, British comic actor best known for his television work on Monty Python’s Flying Circus and Fawlty Towers. He appeared in such notable films as A Fish Called Wanda and …

3 days ago · Salena Zito criticizes John Cleese for his shocking comments on Trump's assassination.

Sep 5, 2025 · John Cleese took a big risk when he helped create “ Monty Python and the Holy Grail ” back in 1975, as the idea of a series of parody sketches centered around King Arthur seemed absurd …

3 days ago · John Cleese has joined the growing list of voices expressing their dismay at the BBC over its coverage of the ongoing protests in Iran. The widespread civil unrest in the Islamic Republic is …

Oct 18, 2024 · John Cleese is best known as a member of the British comedy troupe Monty Python. Let's look back at the Oscar-nominated funnyman and his 12 greatest films, ranked worst to best.