Born and bred in Ludlow, Shropshire, where he spent his formative years.
In addition to his impressive comedy career, he is also a stand-up comedian, regularly hosting his own award-winning XS Malarkey Comedy Club in Manchester, a renowned institution in the city's thriving comedy scene.
His impressive repertoire of gigs includes performances at The Comedy Store, The Frog and Bucket, and many other esteemed venues, solidifying his reputation as a skilled and versatile comedian.
In 2003, he made history by winning the inaugural LesDawson Award, a testament to his talent and dedication to the craft.
Contrary to popular misconception, he did not play himself in the popular TV show Phoenix Nights, a fact that has been misinterpreted by many. Instead, he was cast as a comedian, with lines and character traits written by Peter Kay, which bore no resemblance to his own stand-up or stage persona.
As a member of The Unbroadcastable Radio Show, a topical sketch show performed at The Comedy Store each month, he has had the opportunity to showcase his impressive range and versatility.
Throughout his illustrious career, he has accumulated an impressive array of stage credits, including his performances as The Maniac in Accidental Death Of An Anarchist at the Edinburgh Festival in 1996, Angelo in the world premiere of Shumann's Genoveva with Opera North in 2000, Tom Snout in "A Midsummer Night's Dream" at The Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester in 2002, The EmCee in "Sherlock Holmes in Trouble" at The Royal Exchange, and Freddie Miles in "The Talented Mr Ripley" at The Dukes, Lancaster.
