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Monty Python star reveals he's still working at 80 to pay for his lifestyle: 'I never dreamed at this age the income streams would tail off so disastrously'.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2024. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Hogg, Ryan 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses Eric Idle's recent comments regarding the financial struggles of the Monty Python comedy troupe, despite their historical success. Idle expressed frustration over the misconception that he and his fellow Pythons are wealthy, revealing that they receive only a small percentage of profits from their works and that income has significantly declined due to the rise of streaming services. He attributed some of his financial difficulties to management issues, specifically criticizing the involvement of fellow Python Terry Gilliam's family in their business affairs. Idle also indicated that he has no plans to create more Python content, instead urging support for the musical Spamalot, which has returned to Broadway. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Fortune.com. 2024/02, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Arts and Entertainment
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:175447019
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