Peter Kay is continuing his tour and spoke to Sara Cox about growing up in Bolton and life now

Peter Kay has admitted he has battled with weight issues for years - and has slimmed down as he “started thinking about his health”. In a new interview with Sara Cox on Radio 2 the comedian promoted his new book which includes funny tales about him trying to shed the pounds doing various fitness routines.

But Kay , who looked in great health during TV appearances last week, admitted in between his usual gags, he has been serious about wanting to lose weight for some time. When Sara asked if he ever tried to lose weight, Kay, 52, replied: “Only for the first 48 years of my life. Yeah, I had to eventually, because you start thinking about your health and things like that, don't you? But I t

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