In the wake of actor and funny man Robin Williams’ suicide, comedian Jason Manford and a leading Manchester mental health charity are determined to make sure no one suffers in silence.

Hundreds of Rik Mayall fans have taken to Twitter to pay their final respects to the late comedy star with a series of selfies using the hashtag #FlickForRik.

Jason McGuire, Jon Morter and Steevi Tbfm Diamond set up the Facebook page following the news of his death.

Twitter tributes from celebrities after the death of Rik Mayall, aged 56.

The British comedian and former Manchester drama student Rik Mayall has died at the age of 56.

Manchester comedian Jason Manford has released a moving statement following the tragic death of teenage cancer fundraiser Stephen Sutton, who has passed away peacefully in his sleep.

Dying teen Stephen Sutton’s #ThumbsUpForStephen selfie campaign has continued to kick on as his total soared past the two million pounds mark.

Laugh Local will hit Chorlton Irish Club once again as stand-up comedian and writer Gary Delaney is set to get his first experience of the monthly event.

Jason Manford foots the bar bill for fans after turnip up late.

Greg has contributed to some of the US’s most popular export comedies including The Simpsons, King of the Hill and the American version of The Office

MM takes a look at the future stars of comedy who could well be making a scene in Manchester.