Papa Lazarou - Popular Culture

Popular Culture

One of the oddest aspects of the character is how he has managed to become a figure in popular culture. The magazine 'Bizarre' featured Papa Lazarou on its front cover, as if he were a real person Bizarre Cover. Various people have noted him as their favourite character, and he has numerous fan sites.

Papa Lazarou was a key element in their publicity material for the League of Gentlemen's live tour.

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