Quick Info
| Profession | Comedian, actor, writer and television presenter |
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| Nationality | English |
| Date of Birth | 14/08/1973 |
| Age | 53 years |
| Birthplace | Farnworth, Bolton, Lancashire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Patrick Joseph McGuinness |
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| Summary | English comedian, actor, writer and presenter who rose to prominence through roles in Peter Kay's comedies and later became known for television presenting, including Take Me Out and Top Gear. |
| Television Debut | 1995, as a contestant on a television show |
| Memoir | My Lifey |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Secondary School | Mount St Joseph High School |
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Personal Life
| Hometown Connection | Strong ties to his hometown of Bolton, Lancashire |
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| Family Autism Documentary | Featured in a BBC documentary about his family and autism |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Christine McGuinness (married 2011; divorced) |
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Family
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| Parents | Pat |
Career
| Breakthrough | Played the doorman Paddy O'Shea in Phoenix Nights, a role that began through Peter Kay |
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| Awards | Rose d'Or 2005, Sitcom Performance (Male) for Max and Paddy's Road to Nowhere |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. His character Paddy in Phoenix Nights is based on him. | |
| 2. He is known for a beloved Raleigh Chopper bicycle. | |
| 3. He co-hosted Top Gear alongside Chris Harris and Freddie Flintoff from series 27. |
