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Griff Rhys Jones - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 16, 1953 |
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| Age | 72 |
| Birthplace | Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Griff Rhys Jones's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | His comedy partnership with Mel Smith on 'Not the Nine O'Clock News' and 'Alas Smith and Jones', as well as presenting documentary and travel shows. |
Intro
Griff Rhys Jones is a Welsh comedian, writer, actor, and television presenter known for his work in British comedy, particularly as part of the double act Smith and Jones.
Early Life & Background
Griff Rhys Jones was born in Cardiff and raised in Essex, England. He attended Brentwood School and later studied at Emmanuel College, Cambridge, where he was a member of the Cambridge Footlights.
Career Highlights
- Member of the BBC sketch comedy show 'Not the Nine O'Clock News' (1979-1982)
- Formed the comedy duo 'Smith and Jones' with Mel Smith, starring in 'Alas Smith and Jones' (1984-1998)
- Presented and produced various documentary and travel series for the BBC, including 'Mountain', 'River', 'Greatest Cities of the World with Griff Rhys Jones', and 'Britain’s Lost Routes with Griff Rhys Jones'
- Winner of multiple BAFTA Awards
Trivia
- Was awarded an OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in 2019 for services to charity and entertainment
- Is an avid preservationist and former president of the Victorian Society, a UK charity dedicated to preserving Victorian and Edwardian architecture
- Has written several books, including travel memoirs and humorous works
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Griff Rhys Jones?
Griff Rhys Jones is 72 years old.
When was Griff Rhys Jones born?
Griff Rhys Jones was born the 16 November 1953.
Where is Griff Rhys Jones from?
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom.
On His Birth-Day
About November 16th, 1953, in brief:
- Historical events: Griff Rhys Jones, a Welsh comedian, actor, and writer, was born on November 16, 1953. He is best known for his work on the BBC sketch show 'Not the Nine O'Clock News' and for co-presenting the travel documentary series 'Great British Railway Journeys.'
- Day of the week: November 16th, 1953 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 UK song: Answer Me by Frankie Laine
- Popular movie: From Here to Eternity directed by Fred Zinnemann
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