Post-mortem examination into Rik Mayall's death 'inconclusive'
A post-mortem examination into the death of comedian Rik Mayall has proven inconclusive and more tests will have to be carried out to determine the cause of death.
Mayall's chart rise 'a reflection of how much he was loved'
As sales for Rik Mayall's 2010 World Cup song have been sent rocketing after his death, Martin Talbot, Chief Executive for the Official Charts Company, said:
Rik Mayall's death this week was a shock to a whole generation of comedy fans - and their reaction in pushing his 2010 single is a reflection of how much he was loved. In turn, his new hit also underlines how the Official Singles Chart remains a modern-day barometer of public opinion.
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Wife: Rik would say 'thanks very much ... now f*** off!'
Rik Mayall's widow has thanked the public for their support following his death - but gave a cheeky nod to her late husband in the process.
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Campaign to get Mayall's 'lost' World Cup song to No.1
An online campaign has been launched to try and get a 'forgotten' World Cup song by late comedian Rik Mayall to number one in the charts
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Young Ones star Rik Mayall dies aged 56
Star of Young Ones, Bottom and The New Statesman, Rik Mayall, a leading light of Britain's alternative comedy scene, has died aged 56.