University honours funnyman Mayall
10:11am Wednesday 9th July 2008
© Press Association 2008
Comedian Rik Mayall is due to receive an honorary degree at Exeter University.
The TV star, who lives in Devon, will receive his honorary doctorate of letters degree from Professor Sir Martin Harris.
Naturalist and wildlife film-maker Sir David Attenborough, broadcaster Jonathan Dimbleby and best-selling author Ken Follett will also receive honorary degrees later in the week.
A total of 3,000 students will receive their degrees at the ceremonies, which began on Tuesday and finishes on Friday.
Rik Mayall will receive an honorary degree from Exeter University
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