Russell Howard

Description: (Comedian)

Russell Joseph Howard is a well-known English comedian, as well as a TV and radio presenter. He became especially famous for his own comedy show 'Russell Howard's Good News'. The show became extremely popular and it was eventually voted the Best Show ever on the BBC 3 network. Born in Bristol, England, Howard was inspired by popular comedians, such as Lee Evans, Richard Pryor, and Frank Skinner. In the early years of his career he worked as a regular panelist for the TV show ‘Mock the Week.’ Since then, he has appeared on several others comedy shows as well, such as '8 Out of 10 Cats', 'Would I Lie to You' as well as 'Live at the Apollo'. Other than comedy and acting, Howard is also a huge football fan. From the early age of ten, he has been an avid supporter of the Liverpool Football Club. Before he became a full time comedian, he used to play for Basingstoke Town Football Club, which is a member of the Southern League Premier Division. He is also involved with the environmental organization 'Friends of the Earth International'. He ran the London Marathon as well, in order to help to raise money for Epilepsy Society. He is an atheist, as mentioned on the DVD recording of his 2014 stand-up tour named ‘Wonderbox’.

Overview

Birthday March 23, 1980 (Aries)
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Alternative names Russell Joseph Howard
Height 173 cm
City Bristol, England
Parents David Howard
Ninette Veale
Relatives Daniel Howard, Kerry Howard

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What is Russell Howard's comedy style known for? Russell Howard's comedy style is known for being energetic, lively, and often incorporating social and political commentary with a humorous touch.
How did Russell Howard first gain fame in the UK? Russell Howard first gained fame in the UK through his appearances on comedy panel shows like "Mock the Week" and his own show "Russell Howard's Good News."
Has Russell Howard ever done stand-up comedy tours? Yes, Russell Howard has done several stand-up comedy tours, often selling out large venues across the UK and internationally.
Where can fans watch Russell Howard's latest comedy specials? Fans can watch Russell Howard's latest comedy specials on platforms like Netflix, HBO, or by attending his live shows.
Does Russell Howard engage in any charity work or activism? Yes, Russell Howard is known for his charity work and activism, supporting various causes such as mental health awareness, refugee rights, and anti-bullying campaigns.
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