Rob Brydon
- 59 years old
- Welsh
- Actor, writer, executive producer, stand-up comedian, presenter and script editor
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Rob Brydon: Facing Facts
Rob Brydon talks about how horrendous acne almost scarred his whole career.
The Independent (Ireland), 28th October 2011Rob Brydon: Steve Coogan is a very unpleasant man
Comedian Rob Brydon talks to Metro about his ascent to fame, from starting out on The Shopping Channel to teaming up with Julia Davis for Human Remains, and why distancing himself from Steve Coogan was a great move.
Andrew Williams, Metro, 27th October 2011Interview: Rob Brydon, comedian, actor, author
There are two things that have had a huge influence on Rob Brydon and stayed with him throughout his life: Bruce Springsteen and spots.
The Scotsman, 27th October 2011Oscar-winner Kate Winslet heads up the guest list, as anarchic comedian Graham Norton returns with a new series of his bawdy chat show. Fresh from rescuing Richard Branson's mum from a burning Caribbean island, Winslet is now saving the world from a killer virus in new film Contagion. She's joined by affable comedian Rob Brydon and Billy Elliot star Jamie Bell, picked to voice Tintin in Steven Spielberg's new movie. Music comes from indie folk band Noah and the Whale.
Toby Dantzic, The Telegraph, 20th October 2011Rob Brydon and Jamie Bell join Graham on the sofa. And Kate Winslet takes the star spot to talk about new film Contagion and presumably the gossip that she's said to be dating a man who changed his surname to Rocknroll. Graham always brings out the best in his celebs with gentle teasing and wine. And the big red ejector seat is back for game audience members to spin their best anecdotes before Graham launches them into the scenery.
Julia Raeside, The Guardian, 20th October 2011Rob Brydon interview
The comic actor answers our questions ahead of the release of his autobiography, Small Man in a Book.
The List, 17th October 2011The moments that shaped the life of funnyman Rob Brydon
He's the multi-talented entertainer who came to fame and fortune relatively late. But who and what has made Rob Brydon into the man he is today? We look at the pivotal moments which have shaped him.
David Owens, Wales Online, 15th October 2011Having an encounter with Rob Brydon was unforgettable
He's more than a Small Man In A Book. For Dave Owens, he is a comedy giant. As everyone's favourite Uncle Bryn prepares to publish his autobiography, he pays homage to funnyman Rob Brydon who has claimed his place in the pantheon of Welsh entertainment greats.
David Owens, Wales Online, 15th October 2011US remake possibility for Coogan-Brydon's The Trip
The Trip, BBC Two's 2010 comedy starring Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon visiting restaurants, could be remade for US audiences.
British Comedy Guide, 13th October 2011Rob Brydon interview
Comedian Rob Brydon has lifted the lid on his early struggles to hit the big time.
Robin Turner, Wales Online, 12th October 2011