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Sue Perkins Returns: Comedy, Anecdotes, and Personal Struggles

2/6/2026

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Story summary

Sue Perkins, the comedian, returns to live comedy with The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins, promising to reveal her true self.
The first half features anecdotes, including a tale about drug dealers and a rescue of a wounded dog.
The second half delves into Perkins' past struggles, including a breakdown caused by a benign tumor.
Overall, the show entertains but rarely strips away protective layers to reveal deeper insights.

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Story summary

Sue Perkins, the comedian, returns to live comedy with The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins, promising to reveal her true self.
The first half features anecdotes, including a tale about drug dealers and a rescue of a wounded dog.
The second half delves into Perkins' past struggles, including a breakdown caused by a benign tumor.
Overall, the show entertains but rarely strips away protective layers to reveal deeper insights.