Ricky Gervais¶
Introduction¶
Ricky Gervais is a British comedian, actor, writer, director, and television producer, best known for his biting wit and irreverent humor. He was born on May 10, 1961, in London, England, to a family of Welsh origin.
Key Facts¶
- Born: May 10, 1961
- Born in: London, England
- Occupation: Comedian, actor, writer, director, television producer
- Nationality: British
- Education: University College London (B.A. in Philosophy)
- Early life: Raised by his parents, who were both Jewish immigrants from Poland
Historical Context¶
Ricky Gervais rose to prominence in the early 1990s with his stand-up comedy career, which was marked by his offbeat humor and sarcastic observations on human nature.
- Early work: Appeared in various British television shows, including "The Comic Strip Presents..." (1979) and "The Vicar of Dibley" (1989)
- Breakthrough role: Played the lead role in the BBC sitcom "The Office" (2001-2003), which became a huge success in the UK
- Rise to fame: Appeared on "Have I Got News for You?" (1990) and "The News Quiz" (1997) before landing his breakout role as David Brent, a regional manager at Wernham-Hogg paper company
Significant Contributions¶
- Created: The Office (2001-2003), a British sitcom that became a global phenomenon
- Directed: The Invention of Lying (2009)
- Produced: Extras (2005-2011), a sitcom created in collaboration with Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant
- Written: Simon Nye's play "The Book Club" (1997)
Notable Attractions¶
Television Shows¶
- The Office (UK, 2001-2003)
- Extras (2005-2011)
- The Invention of Lying (2009)
- After Life (2020-present)
Films¶
- An Idiot and His Dog (1997)
- The Invention of Lying (2009)
- Simon Nye's play "The Book Club" (1997)
External Links¶
[External links to Ricky Gervais' official websites, social media profiles, or other relevant resources]
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