Peter Kay

Comedian, Actor, Writer, Director

English Farnworth

Quick Info

ProfessionComedian, Actor, Writer, Director
NationalityEnglish
Date of Birth02/07/1973
Age53 years
BirthplaceFarnworth

Latest News about Peter Kay

01/01/2025

Peter Kay announced his 2025 UK and Ireland tour dates, performing at numerous arenas including Nottingham, Glasgow, Leeds, Sheffield, Liverpool, Birmingham, Brighton, Bournemouth, Cardiff, Douglas (Isle of Man), Aberdeen, Newcastle upon Tyne, and Belfast. Additional dates are scheduled into 2026, continuing his status as one of the UK's most successful stand-up comedians.

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Bio/Wiki

SummaryEnglish comedian, actor, writer, and producer known for his observational humour and references to British culture and everyday life. He is regarded as one of the UK's most successful stand-up comedians, with several tours breaking attendance and ticket sales records. Kay holds a Guinness World Record for the most successful comedy tour and has received a National Television Award, two BAFTAs, and three British Comedy Awards.

Educational Qualification(s)

UniversityUniversity of Salford
FieldMedia Performance

Career

Notable Works
  • Phoenix Nights (TV series - breakthrough role)
  • Stand-up comedy tours
  • The Sound of Laughter (book)
  • That Peter Kay Thing (TV series)
  • Car Share (TV series)
Achievements
  • Guinness World Record for most successful comedy tour
  • 2010/11 comedy tour: performed to over 1.2 million people
  • BAFTA for best comedy for Phoenix Nights series
  • National Television Award
  • Three British Comedy Awards
  • Two British Academy Television Awards (BAFTAs)
Current FocusOne-man comedy shows touring the British Isles with dates scheduled into 2026

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Started career working part-time as a stand-up comedian
2. Has authored multiple books with 59 titles on Goodreads
3. Won North West Comedian of the Year award in 1997
4. Full name is Peter John Kay
5. Known for observational humour focusing on British culture
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