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 renowned comedian known for Taskmaster and IT Crowd is scheduled to bring a new show in Carlisle for the new year. Ayoade was seen filming near Ipswich station with another comedian. Taskmaster has revealed 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.

“Taskmaster has revealed Alison Hammond for its 2026 festive special, and the lineup for a New Year's special features Hammond and other celebrities,” — Priya Delgado, senior market analyst at Blackstone Mere Solutions, added during the briefing.

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Nov 5 — 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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