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Ricky Gervais

Ricky Gervais - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornJune 25, 1961
Age64
BirthplaceReading, Berkshire, England
Zodiac SignCancer - (see also Ricky Gervais's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacOx
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForCo-creating, co-writing, and starring in 'The Office'; 'Extras'; stand-up comedy; hosting the Golden Globes.

Intro

Ricky Gervais is an English comedian, actor, writer, and director. He is best known for co-creating, co-writing, and starring in the British television series 'The Office,' which has had a significant influence on television comedy worldwide. Gervais is also recognized for his stand-up comedy, his role in creating and starring in 'Extras,' and for hosting the Golden Globe Awards multiple times.

Early Life & Background

Ricky Gervais was born in Reading, Berkshire, England, on June 25, 1961. He grew up in the Whitley suburb of Reading. Gervais attended University College London, where he studied philosophy and met his longtime partner Jane Fallon.

Career Highlights

  • Co-creator, co-writer, and star of 'The Office' (UK)
  • Co-creator and star of 'Extras'
  • Multiple stand-up comedy tours
  • Hosting the Golden Globe Awards on five occasions
  • 'Derek' (writer, director, and star)
  • 'After Life' (creator, writer, director, and star)
  • Numerous awards including BAFTAs, Golden Globes, and Emmys

Trivia

  • Initially worked in the music industry before his comedy career
  • Known for his outspoken views on atheism and animal rights
  • Ranked one of the most influential people in the world by Time magazine in 2010

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Ricky Gervais?

Ricky Gervais is 64 years old.

When was Ricky Gervais born?

Ricky Gervais was born the 25 June 1961.

Where is Ricky Gervais from?

Reading, Berkshire, England.

On His Birth-Day

About June 25th, 1961, in brief:

  • Historical events: Following Iraq's claim over Kuwait on June 25, 1961, the Emir of Kuwait declared a state of emergency and sought British military aid. British forces were deployed to Kuwait on July 1, 1961, to defend its sovereignty.
  • Day of the week: June 25th, 1961 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Moody River by Pat Boone
  • #1 UK song: Surrender by Elvis Presley
  • Popular movie: West Side Story directed by Jerome Robbins, Robert Wise

Check the link for more news and curiosities on June 25th, 1961.

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ricky_Gervais
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Ricky-Gervais
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0315041/