United Kingdom, Aug. 24 -- Paul Merton says falling in love with his third wife Suki Webster "felt natural".

The 68-year-old comic, best known for his quick wit and deadpan delivery on Have I Got News For You, was left devastated when his actress wife Sarah Parkinson died in his arms in September 2003 at the age of 41 after a breast cancer battle - just three months after they married.

In a joint interview with The Times, Paul has now recalled how his relationship with fellow comic Suki, 58, began during a tour of India with their improv troupe, The Comedy Store Players.

Both had been unwell and turned to brandy and cola to try to settle their stomachs.

Paul said: "I suppose this was about six or seven months (after Sarah's death.)

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