Latest News About Richard Osman

Here are the latest publicly reported items about Richard Osman (as of May 2026):

• Health and personal milestones: Reports from early 2025 covered Osman speaking publicly about a kidney stone episode that required hospital treatment and surgery, describing the pain as extreme and thanking NHS staff; he emphasized staying hydrated to reduce recurrence risk. This health scare was widely covered in entertainment news cycles at the time.[1][3]

• Honors and career recognition: In late December 2025, Osman was reported as being made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to literature and broadcasting, reflecting his contributions as a novelist and television presenter.[2]

• TV hosting and show changes: In March 2026, outlets reported Osman stepping away from hosting his BBC Two show House of Games after nine years, with news indicating a name change for the program and a handover to a new host; Osman also noted the show was a highlight of his career and that he would continue with other projects.[4]

• Profile and ongoing work: Coverage continues around his Thursday Murder Club book series, film adaptations, and related media appearances, including podcasts and interviews where he discusses showbiz topics and his writing career.[2]

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Citations: The health episode and hospitalization details referenced above were reported in early 2025 by Yahoo News UK and The Independent. Osman’s OBE recognition was covered by The Independent in December 2025. News about his departure from House of Games appeared in March 2026 via Liverpool Echo and related outlets.[3][1][4][2]