Bill Bailey

Bill Bailey is an English comedian, musician, writer, actor and presenter whose distinctive live work combines stand-up, storytelling and intricate musical performance. He became widely known through Black Books and Never Mind the Buzzcocks, while his touring shows and television documentaries have explored comedy, music, wildlife and culture.
Known For: Manny in *Black Books*; team captain on *Never Mind the Buzzcocks*; *QI*
Selected Theatre Credits: *Part Troll*; *Tinselworm*; *Qualmpeddler*; *Limboland*; *Bill Bailey's Remarkable Guide to the Orchestra*
Screen Credits: *Black Books*; *Never Mind the Buzzcocks*; *QI*; *Bill Bailey's Jungle Hero*; *Extraordinary Portraits*
Awards & Nominations: Winner, British Comedy Awards Best Live Stand-Up, 1999; nominee, Perrier Award, 1996
Training: Studied English at Westfield College, University of London, before leaving to pursue performance.