Jim Abrahams, who has died aged 80, was one of three badly behaved American schoolboys who went on to reinvent screen comedy ...

No matter how seasoned an artist is, appearing on live television, especially on Saturday Night Live, can make them nervous.

Jim Abrahams, the celebrated comedy writer and director best known for his work with brothers David and Jerry Zucker, has died at the age of 80.

The comedian said that even after 35 years of performing stand-up, nothing could prepare him for starring in the live sketch ...