Comedian Joe Lycett is stepping away from the television limelight following the arrival of his first child. Lycett, 36, and his girlfriend Denise welcomed their baby in October 2024.
According to sources, this significant life change has cast uncertainty over the future of his Channel 4 series. As Lycett has been focusing on family life, discussions with the broadcaster about further episodes have been put on hold.
A source revealed to The Sun newspaper’s TVBiz column: “Joe’s witty one-liners as well as the show’s comedy and feel-good vibe mean it’s not shy of attracting big names like Elizabeth Hurley and Alesha Dixon. While Channel 4 are keen for another series, Joe has taken extended time off to be with his baby son and family so meetings on the future of ‘Late Night Lycett’ have not been able to take place.”
The network is said to be understanding of Joe’s decision and plans to revisit discussions about commissioning a new series once he returns to work.
Initially, when Joe broke the news of becoming a father, he faced scepticism from some who suspected it was all a prank. However, in his November newsletter, Joe assured his audience that it was genuine, expressing gratitude to those who had been supportive.
He penned: “I just want to say a big thank you to everyone who has been so lovely about my news (you may have seen on Instagram or in the press that I have just welcomed a son).
“I’m finding fatherhood to be a total delight. And to confirm, he’s defo not a stunt (although I appreciate I’ve cried wolf enough that might not be convincing) and as promised I will be appearing on the Parenting Hell podcast in the near future.”