Peter Kay
Peter Kay is a popular English actor, comedy writer, and stand-up comedian known for his record-breaking UK tour and hilarious misheard lyrics routine.
Comedian
July 2, 1973
Cancer
51
Farnworth, England
Peter Kay, an English comedian, actor, writer, and director, is renowned for his observational humor and Northern accent. He gained prominence through his stand-up comedy tours and TV shows such as “Phoenix Nights” and “Max and Paddy’s Road to Nowhere.” In 2010-11, Kay’s UK tour set a Guinness world record as the largest-selling standup tour, with over 1.2 million tickets sold. His misheard lyrics routine has garnered nearly 10 million views. Other significant works include “Car Share,” “That Peter Kay Thing,” and “Britain’s Got the Pop Factor.” Throughout his career, Kay has received numerous accolades, including three BAFTAs.