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“Not Allowed to Laugh at the Cabin” Star Martin Lipperød Stepped Away From Show for Daughter‘s Birth
OSLO, Norway – Comedian Martin Lipperød abruptly departed the popular Norwegian television program “Not allowed to laugh at the cabin” (“Ikke lov å le på hytta”) to be present for the birth of his daughter, a decision that resonated with fellow comedian Lars Berrum, who recently became a father himself. Lipperød’s unexpected exit mid-recording sparked discussion about the demands of parenthood and the challenges of balancing professional commitments with family life.
The incident underscores a growing conversation within the entertainment industry regarding work-life balance, especially for those with unpredictable schedules like those involved in live comedy and television production. Lipperød’s choice highlights the prioritization of family, even amidst career obligations, and has prompted reflection among colleagues about the pressures faced by working parents. The show, known for its improvisational humor and demanding format, will continue without Lipperød for the remainder of the season.
Berrum, who experienced a similar emotional response upon learning of his own child’s impending arrival, empathized with Lipperød’s situation. “I don’t know if I’m a good or bad father, but I know I would have been worse without nursing,” Berrum stated, drawing a parallel between the support he received and the essential role of family. He further described a feeling of inescapable obligation, stating, “Just like when you make a covenant with the devil, a covenant with the nursing will be something you don’t get rid of. It catches you up. It shouts when you no longer know your subject.”
According to Berrum, he briefly encountered Lipperød at the premiere of “Book of Mormon,” describing the atmosphere as “wierd.” He recounted asking Lipperød if things were going well, to which Lipperød responded with a questioning “is it going well?” Berrum noted a possible “tension” between the two comedians, adding with a laugh, ”So maybe it’s a tension between me and Lip.”
The photograph accompanying the report, taken by Martin Habbestad of Nettavisen, shows Berrum and includes the caption: “Dad: Lars Berrum himself became a dad recently and says he felt with Lepperød at the moment he got the news.”
