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Vic Reeves - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 24, 1959 |
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| Age | 67 |
| Birthplace | Leeds, West Yorkshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Vic Reeves's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Co-creator and star of the surreal comedy shows 'Vic Reeves Big Night Out,' 'The Smell of Reeves and Mortimer,' and 'Shooting Stars.' |
Intro
Vic Reeves is an English comedian, actor, artist, and television presenter best known as one half of the comedy double act Reeves and Mortimer, alongside Bob Mortimer.
Early Life & Background
Born as Jim Moir in Leeds, Vic Reeves later moved to Darlington. He studied engineering at art college and worked as a factory inspector before pursuing a career in comedy.
Career Highlights
- Formed the comedy double act Reeves and Mortimer with Bob Mortimer.
- Starred in cult television shows including 'Vic Reeves Big Night Out' (Channel 4, 1990–1991), 'The Smell of Reeves and Mortimer' (BBC Two, 1993–1995), and the comedy panel game 'Shooting Stars' (BBC Two, 1993–2011).
- Acted in television and film, including roles in 'House of Fools' and as a voice artist in animated works.
- Known for his surreal comedic style and for influencing a generation of UK comedians.
Trivia
- Vic Reeves is also a prolific visual artist and has exhibited his paintings in galleries.
- His real name is Jim Moir.
- He was voted one of the 50 funniest acts in British comedy by The Observer in 2003.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Vic Reeves?
Vic Reeves is 67 years old.
When was Vic Reeves born?
Vic Reeves was born the 24 January 1959.
Where is Vic Reeves from?
Leeds, West Yorkshire, England.
On His Birth-Day
About January 24th, 1959, in brief:
- Historical events: A Broadway musical concluded its short run on January 24, 1959, reflecting the competitive nature of theater productions during this period. The show garnered attention but ultimately did not achieve long-term success.
- Day of the week: January 24th, 1959 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Smoke Gets In Your Eyes by The Platters
- #1 UK song: It's Only Make Believe by Conway Twitty
- Popular movie: Some Like It Hot directed by Billy Wilder
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