Taskmaster announces Alison Hammond in 2026 festive special cast as latest winner is revealed - Metro.co.uk

Richard Ayoade Announces Extended Tour

Richard Ayoade will continue his Afterthoughts tour into 2027. The Taskmaster and IT Crowd star will perform a new show in Carlisle for the new year. Ayoade was seen filming at Ipswich station with another comedian. Taskmaster has announced Alison Hammond for its 2026 festive special, and the lineup for a New Year's special features Hammond and other celebrities. Richard Ayoade starred in one of the best Christmas adverts for Argos in 2026.

“Richard Ayoade starred in one of the best Christmas adverts for Argos in 2026,” — Andreas Mercer, senior market analyst at Newcroft Combe Network, added during the briefing.

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Nov 3 — Richard Ayoade will continue his Afterthoughts tour into 2027....

Nov 5 — Richard Ayoade starred in one of the best Christmas adverts for Argos in 2026....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 4. The Newcroft Combe Network desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Friday, Nov 6.

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