Ardal O’Hanlon

Comedian, Actor, Author

Irish Carrickmacross, County Monaghan, Ireland

Quick Info

ProfessionComedian, Actor, Author
NationalityIrish
Date of Birth08/10/1965
Age60 years
BirthplaceCarrickmacross, County Monaghan, Ireland

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SummaryIrish comedian, actor, and author known for his work in television sitcoms and stand-up comedy. A founding figure in Dublin's contemporary comedy scene who moved to London and achieved international recognition.
Notable AchievementsWon 1994 Hackney Empire New Act of the Year; won British Comedy Award for Father Ted; received BAFTA nominations

Physical Stats & More

Natural AccentIrish
VoiceInstantly recognisable and animated

Personal Life

Comedy StylePunchy, absurdist, life-enhancing comedy

Career

Television
Father TedFather Dougal McGuire (1995-1998)
My HeroGeorge Sunday/Thermoman (2000-2006)
Death in ParadiseDI Jack Mooney (2017-2020)
Derry GirlsGuest appearances in final two series
Other Credits
  • Big Bad World
  • Blessed
  • Val Falvey TD
  • Extraordinary (voice)
  • Return to Paradise
  • Sherlock and Daughter
  • Rosie Molloy Gives up Everything
  • Nelly & Nora
  • London Irish
  • Showkids
Film
Upcoming
  • Fran the Man
  • How to Get to Heaven from Belfast (Netflix)
Writing
Novels
  • Title: The Talk of the Town Year: 1998 Alternative Title: Knick Knack Paddy Whack (US) Description: About teenage boy Patrick Scully and his friends; included in 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die
  • Title: Brouhaha Year: 2022 Description: Darkly comic murder mystery set in Irish border country
  • Title: Brouhaha Year: 2022 Description: Darkly comic murder mystery set in the Irish border country
In ProgressThird novel
Voice WorkCommercials, animation, documentaries

Style Quotient

Voice CharacteristicsVersatile, lyrical delivery; highly sought after for voice work

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Founding father of Dublin's contemporary comedy scene
2. Continues to tour stand-up comedy worldwide
3. Multi-award winning documentary maker
4. The Talk of the Town was a bestselling novel
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