Alexander Armstrong

Actor, comedian, broadcaster, singer, television presenter

English Rothbury, Northumberland, England, UK

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, comedian, broadcaster, singer, television presenter
NationalityEnglish
Date of Birth02/03/1970
Age56 years
BirthplaceRothbury, Northumberland, England, UK

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Bio/Wiki

Birth NameAlexander Henry Fenwick Armstrong
NicknameXander
Known For
  • The Armstrong and Miller Show
  • Pointless
  • Match Point
  • Plunkett & Macleane

Physical Stats & More

Height5′ 11″ (1.81 m)

Educational Qualification(s)

CollegeTrinity College, Cambridge
Field of StudyEnglish

Personal Life

Marital StatusMarried

Relationships & More

SpouseHannah Bronwen Snow
Marriage Date27/08/2003
Children3

Family

Notable RelativeDistantly related to William Armstrong, later Baron Armstrong of Cragside

Career

Occupations
  • Actor
  • Writer
  • Producer
  • Comedian
  • Broadcaster
  • Singer
  • Television presenter
Highlights
  • One half of the comedy duo Armstrong and Miller
  • Hosted BBC quiz show Pointless since 2009
  • Guest-hosted Have I Got News For You more than 20 times
  • Presented a weekday morning show on Classic FM

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. He is also a bass baritone singer.
2. He has played Mr Smith in both Doctor Who and The Sarah Jane Adventures.
3. He studied music before pursuing English at Cambridge.
4. He played multiple roles in television and is known for voice work as well as presenting.
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