John Cleese, celebrated English comedian and prominent member of the Monty Python troupe, recently surprised everyone by revealing an unusual episode in an interview.
The comedian, known for his performance in the comedy ‘A Fish Called Wanda’, said that his performance in this film It was so hilarious that it ended up being fatal for a fan.
Incident in ‘A Fish Called Wanda’
Born in 1939, Cleese achieved international fame as a member of the comedy group Monty Python, known for their surreal and innovative humor, especially in the television series “Monty Python’s Flying Circus” and in films such as “Monty Python and the Holy Grail”.
During the television series “The Dinosaur Hour,” currently airing in England, Cleese shared that a Danish dentist died from laughing so hard while watching the film.
This incident occurred in Aarhus, a city not very large, but in which the dentist was well known and loved.
According to Cleese, the dentist started laughing just two minutes into the film and never stopped, leading to a fatal heart attack.
In addition to this peculiar narrative, Cleese addresses in the series his interactions with fans and the impact of humor on people’s lives.
He reflects on how laughter goes beyond entertainmentciting experiences at events like Comic-Con, where fans express gratitude for years of laughter and even for helping them through difficult times.
‘A Fish Called Wanda’, released in 1988, is a comedy that mixes elements of a heist film and slapstick.
The plot revolves around a British thief who plans a major heist with the help of two clumsy Americans, targeting a diamond valued at £13 million.
The film was well received by critics and audiences, earning Kevin Kline the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor and receiving nominations for Best Director and Best Original Screenplay.
Cleese, at 84, remains active and engaged in the art of humor. Check out the trailer for ‘A Fish Called Wanda’ and a memorable scene from Cleese to get a glimpse of his comedy that marked a generation.
