Knowra Graham Chapman Graham Chapman Graham Chapman (1941–1989) was an English comedian, actor, and writer best known as a member of the Monty Python comedy group. He co-wrote and performed in its television series and films.
John Cleese : John Cleese is an English comedian, actor, and writer who co-created Monty Python and co-wrote Fawlty Towers. Cleese was Chapman’s principal writing partner, including on Monty Python sketches and films.
Monty Python's Flying Circus : Monty Python's Flying Circus was a British sketch-comedy television series broadcast from 1969 to 1974. Chapman performed and wrote in the series that established Monty Python’s style.
St Bartholomew's Hospital : St Bartholomew's Hospital is a teaching hospital in London, founded in 1123. Chapman studied medicine there before choosing comedy as his profession.
Coming out : Coming out is the process of disclosing or affirming a sexual orientation or gender identity to others. Chapman publicly acknowledged being gay at a time when few prominent British comedians did so.
Monty Python : Monty Python was a British comedy troupe whose members created television, films, stage shows, and books. Chapman’s career is closely identified with the troupe’s performances and writing.
Monty Python and the Holy Grail : Monty Python and the Holy Grail is a 1975 comedy film about an absurd quest for the Holy Grail. Chapman co-wrote the film and played King Arthur.
Footlights : The Cambridge Footlights is a student comedy club at the University of Cambridge. Chapman’s work with Footlights brought him into the Cambridge comedy circle.
LGBTQ history in the United Kingdom : LGBTQ history in the United Kingdom covers the lives, communities, and rights of sexual and gender minorities. Chapman’s openness belongs to a broader history of queer visibility in Britain.
Michael Palin : Michael Palin is an English comedian, actor, and writer, and a member of Monty Python. Palin co-wrote with Chapman and performed alongside him in the troupe.
Life of Brian : Life of Brian is a 1979 Monty Python comedy film about a man mistaken for the Messiah. Chapman played Brian and co-wrote the film with the other Python members.
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