Romesh Ranganathan
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Romesh Ranganathan (born 27 March 1978) is a British stand-up comedian, actor, and presenter. He is known for his deadpan and often self-deprecating comedy style. Ranganathan has appeared on numerous television shows and has established himself as a prominent figure in the British comedy scene.
Early Life[edit | edit source]
Romesh Ranganathan was born in Crawley, West Sussex, England. He is of Sri Lankan Tamil descent. Before embarking on a career in comedy, Ranganathan worked as a mathematics teacher at Hazelwick School in Crawley and The Beacon School in Banstead, Surrey.
Career[edit | edit source]
Ranganathan began his comedy career in 2010, performing at various comedy clubs and festivals. He quickly gained recognition for his unique comedic style and was a finalist in the 2013 Edinburgh Comedy Awards.
Television[edit | edit source]
Ranganathan has appeared on several popular British television shows, including:
In 2015, he starred in his own BBC Three series, Asian Provocateur, where he traveled to Sri Lanka to explore his heritage. The show was well-received and led to a second series where he traveled to North America.
Radio[edit | edit source]
Ranganathan has also made appearances on various radio shows, including The News Quiz on BBC Radio 4.
Writing[edit | edit source]
In addition to his work in stand-up and television, Ranganathan has written for several publications and released his autobiography, Straight Outta Crawley, in 2018.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Ranganathan is married and has three children. He often incorporates anecdotes about his family life into his comedy routines. He is also a vegan and has spoken publicly about his dietary choices.
Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]
Ranganathan has received several awards and nominations throughout his career, including:
- Winner of the Best Newcomer Award at the 2013 Edinburgh Comedy Awards
- Nominated for the BAFTA TV Award for Best Entertainment Performance in 2016
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