I always knew that Izzard was brilliantly funny, but I never realized he was also so compassionate, and dedicated to his fans. I can't help but admire someone who is so generous.

Evan, Indianapolis, IN, USA

I can't tell you how deeply touched I was to hear about what Eddie Izzard did for one of us ordinary mortals, going to a hospital to give a sick man cheer. How magnanimous. He's a great man for that alone. What a star! in the true sense of the word! Love you Mr Izzard.

Linda Lowerson, Lancaster, UK

I have been an avid fan since 1998 and have seen Eddie climb the ladder of success as I knew he would. I always knew he had a very generous heart. Kudos. One of your many faithful fans.

Maria Karczewski, Dundas, Ontario, Canada

If only every celebrity felt that kind of compassion for the people who pay to see them. Izzard proves once again why he's so well liked.

Shannon, Richmond, VA, USA

Eddie has always made me laugh. Wasn;t he on a series recently? it wasn't a comedy, but I was looking forward to seeing him more regularly. Hope he comes to a venue near me soon.

Veronica DeMonte, Bloomfield, United States

Give Izzard a Knighthood Far more deserving than a sportsperson

Rich, Ely, UK

well done-Nice guy eddie

Mark, Valencia,

Eddie - you're a star! I look forward to you entertaining us for many more years.

Miles, London, uk

This is the most touching New Year's Day story I've read. What a totally wonderful human being Izzard is. What he did is true generosity and an act of great kindness.

Bev, Harpenden,

I have never been a fan of Eddie's but by God,he's gone right up in my estimation of him now.
God Bless You Sir

Ian, swansea,

truly wonderful. Eddie you are a one off.
what a great way to start 2009.
I wish both Mr Pike and the Great Eddie Izzard a wonderful New Year.

Shell, southend, UK

its so rare for people to do something for nothing in return, what a great thing to do and well done to both sides for being so discrete and not cashing in on it. HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE

MARIA, BERKS,

Eddie is possibly the funniest, most intriguing comedian of our age. It also seems he's one of the kindest. What a lovely chap.

Paul, Cambridge, UK

What a tremendous gesture. Eddie you are a real superstar.

John S, Lincoln, UK

Well done, Mr Izzard: a good thing to do.

Mr Pike, I hope you make a complete recovery.

helen simmons, norfolk, UK

And the best thing about this story is no Hello magazine double spread with pictures of the show and no self publicity by either party. I am happy this is the first news story I have read for this year. Let's have more of this in 2009!

Alastair, London,

Thanks Eddie. Hearts won spirits rekindled

PRASAD, sidcup, kent

Well done Mr. Izzard!! And Good Luck to you Mr Pike! I hope this new year will bring you good health and Peace.

Leah, Tucson, USA

Aaaaaw -- nice one Eddie!!!

Jane, T'ranna, Canada

Eddie Izzard for president of the world!

Hugh, New York, US

Eddie is one of a kind, and we need more of that kind! Happy New Year to Mr. Pike and Mr. Izzard.

Ed Pyle, Port St. Lucie, FL, USA

The poor lad's recovery will have been set back months.

Marc , Liverpool, UK

What an amazingly wonderful thing to do. It restores my faith in humanity. I always loved his shows but now we know that he is not only funny but but a true moral human being. Thanks Eddie!

David McLarty, Rockwood, Tennessee, USA

what a lovely thing to do ,well done to eddie for that..I wonder if it hurt when he laughed ?? my ribs ache when I watch him and Im not injured ..

dawn, newport, wales