Date of Birth: November 30, 1966
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Biography
John Bishop, born on November 30, 1966, in Liverpool, England, is a celebrated British comedian, actor, and presenter. Before he found fame in comedy, Bishop worked as a pharmaceutical sales representative while honing his comedic skills at night. He made his professional stand-up debut in Manchester and quickly became a regular on the UK comedy circuit. Bishop’s breakthrough came in 2009 when he appeared on the BBC’s “Live at the Apollo” and “Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow”. His relatable humor, often inspired by his own life experiences, resonated with a wide audience. Bishop has since released several successful stand-up DVDs, including “Elvis Has Left the Building” and “The Sunshine Tour”. Apart from stand-up, John Bishop has ventured into acting, appearing in television series such as “Skins” and “Doctor Who”. He has also hosted his own talk show, “The John Bishop Show”, and participated in various charity events, notably for Sport Relief. His wit, charm, and relatability have made him one of the UK’s most beloved comedians.
5 Interesting Facts about John Bishop
1. John Bishop played semi-professional football for Hyde FC before pursuing a career in comedy.
2. He completed a 290-mile triathlon from Paris to London in five days for Sport Relief in 2012, raising £4.2 million.
3. Bishop has a degree in Social Science from Manchester Polytechnic.
4. He has written an autobiography titled “How Did All This Happen?” which was published in 2013.
5. John Bishop has three sons with his wife, Melanie, whom he married in 1993.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from John Bishop
1. “Comedy is just therapy for me, and a way of making people laugh at the same time.”
2. “I think laughter is the best form of therapy, and it’s cheaper than seeing a shrink.”
3. “The best thing about comedy is that you can say what everyone else is thinking but might be too afraid to say.”
4. “I always say that life is a journey, and if you fall in love with the journey, you will be in love forever.”
5. “Stand-up comedy is a wonderful art form because it connects people through laughter.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
John Bishop’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around £18 million.
Children
John Bishop and his wife Melanie have three sons: Joe, born in 1994, Luke, born in 1996, and Daniel, born in 1998.
Relevant Links
1. [John Bishop’s Official Website](https://www.johnbishoponline.com/
2. [John Bishop’s IMDb Page](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2708522/
5. [John Bishop on Twitter](https://twitter.com/JohnBishop100
