Date of Birth: March 6, 1966
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Biography
Alan Davies is an English comedian, writer, and actor, best known for his role as Jonathan Creek in the mystery drama series of the same name, and as a permanent panellist on the BBC quiz show QI. Born in Loughton, Essex, Davies has enjoyed a diverse career in entertainment, ranging from stand-up comedy to acting in television and film. Davies began his career in stand-up comedy in the late 1980s, quickly gaining recognition for his witty and observational humor. He won the Time Out Award for Best Young Comic in 1991 and subsequently appeared on various television comedy shows. His big break came in 1997 when he was cast as the lead in the BBC series Jonathan Creek, a role that earned him critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase. In addition to his acting career, Davies has written several books, including his memoir “My Favourite People and Me 1978-1988,” which explores his formative years. He also continues to perform stand-up comedy and has toured extensively in the UK and internationally.
5 Interesting Facts about Alan Davies
1. Alan Davies is a devoted Arsenal FC fan and often incorporates his love for the football club into his comedy routines.
2. He took part in a charity swim across the English Channel in 2006 to raise money for the charity Sport Relief.
3. Davies has a degree in Drama & Theatre Studies from the University of Kent.
4. He played the role of Bob in the 2008 film “Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging.”
5. Alan Davies is a vegetarian and has been an advocate for animal rights.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Alan Davies
1. “Comedy is tragedy plus time.”
2. “I grew up in a house where laughter was a big part of family life.”
3. “You can’t be a comedian if you don’t have a sense of the absurd.”
4. “The most important thing in life is to laugh and to make others laugh.”
5. “I’ve always believed that humor can bring people together, even in the darkest of times.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Alan Davies is estimated to be around $3 million.
Children
Alan Davies has three children with his wife, writer Katie Maskell. They have two daughters and a son.
Relevant Links
1. [Alan Davies on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0203706/
2. [Alan Davies’ Official Twitter](https://twitter.com/alandavies1
3. [Alan Davies on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_Davies
4. [Alan Davies’ Biography on BBC](https://www.bbc.co.uk/comedy/profiles/alan_davies.shtml
5. [Alan Davies on QI](https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/profiles/3Lrp1b1Y5kK8D2KXMyVtFvP/alan-davies
