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Peter Kay in triumphant stage return with jokes about weight loss – and garlic bread
Peter Kay in triumphant stage return with jokes about weight loss – and garlic bread,REVIEW: Peter Kay opened his huge 110-date tour on Friday night, breaking down in tears as his loyal fans showered him with applause before he'd even told his first joke

Peter Kay in triumphant stage return with jokes about weight loss – and garlic bread

Peter Kay was last on tour 12 years ago – but it was clear his fans had been eagerly awaiting his return from the moment he stepped on stage at Manchester's AO Arena on Friday (December 2).

With the crowd chanting the comedian's name, the 49-year-old couldn't hide his emotions and he was left so touched he let out a few tears.

"Lovely Manchester, you made me cry," he said (via Manchester Evening News ), as he tried to get to grips with his emotions.

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But as soon as he wiped away the tears, Peter made sure the rest of the night was about making his fans laugh – and he did just that.

Peter Kay returned to the stage for the first show of his 110-date tour
Peter Kay returned to the stage for the first show of his 110-date tour (Image: MEN Media)