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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Sean O'Grady (PA)

Ricky Gervais says he’d marry longtime partner Jane Fallon for tax reasons

  • Ricky Gervais has revealed he intends to marry his long-term partner Jane Fallon to avoid paying inheritance tax.
  • The couple, both aged 65, have been together since 1982 and previously felt no need to wed after living together for four decades.
  • Fallon revealed earlier this year that she was diagnosed with breast cancer following a routine mammogram and underwent two successful surgeries.
  • In an interview with Saga magazine, Gervais stated he believes cancel culture has peaked and mainly impacted everyday workers rather than big-ticket comedians.
  • The comedian also voiced support for assisted dying and confirmed he has no plans to retire from comedy.

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