Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, comedian, impressionist, presenter, singer and writer |
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| Nationality | Welsh |
| Date of Birth | 03/05/1965 |
| Age | 61 years |
| Birthplace | Baglan, Glamorgan, Wales |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Latest News about Rob Brydon
14/10/2026
Rob Brydon was announced as a surprise guest for the final week of Don Black's From The Heart at the Garrick Theatre, alongside David Arnold and Anton Du Beke. The show celebrates the songwriting career of Oscar-winning lyricist Don Black and runs until 18 October 2026.
21/01/2026
Rob Brydon announced his first children's book, the picture book The Cat In The Cupboard, due for publication in September 2026. The book is inspired by his family's ginger cat and the bedtime stories he made up for his children. It is illustrated by Ellie Snowdon and is intended as the start of a series.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Robert Brydon Jones |
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| Summary | Welsh performer known for comedy, impressions, radio and television work, including the sitcom Gavin & Stacey and the panel show Would I Lie to You? |
| Honours | Appointed MBE in the 2013 Birthday Honours for services to comedy and broadcasting and for charitable services |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m) |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| Secondary School | Porthcawl Comprehensive School |
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| Higher Education | Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama (left after one year) |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Claire Holland |
| Marriage Year | 2006 |
| Residence | United Kingdom |
Relationships & More
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| Previous Spouse | Martina (married 1992, divorced 2000) |
Family
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| Number of Children | 5 |
| Father | Details not confirmed |
Career
| Early Career | Started in radio as a presenter and disc jockey for BBC Radio Wales, beginning at around age 20 |
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| Voice Work | Worked as a voice-over artist for television advertising and in the video game Discworld |
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| Recent Work | Hosts the ITV1 quiz show The Floor (2026); Would I Lie to You? host credits continued in 2026 |
Favourites
| Football Club | Swansea City AFC |
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Style Quotient
| Known For | Distinctive observational comedy and celebrity impressions |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Began his radio career doing continuity announcements before becoming a DJ | |
| 2. His impressions have included Michael Caine, Sean Connery and Ken Bruce | |
| 3. His father grew up on the same street as actor Anthony Hopkins | |
| 4. Created the character Keith, who later evolved into Keith Barret in Marion & Geoff |
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