Paul Merton, a renowned British actor and writer, entered this world on July 9, 1957, in the vibrant neighborhood of Parsons Green, nestled within the heart of London, England, UK.
Personal Details
BornJul 9, 1957 Parsons Green, London, England, UK
Spouse
Suki Webster
( Dec 31, 1969 to Jul 7, 2025 )Sarah Parkinson
( Jun 1, 2003 to Sep 23, 2003 )Caroline Quentin
( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
Biography
Career
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2021
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2008

Trials and Tribulations as (archive footage)
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2002

Dick Whittington as The Captain
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2000

The Suicidal Dog as Radio announcer & Man on Train
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1998

Jack and the Beanstalk as Narrator
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1996

Sooty & Co. as Salesman
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1994

An Evening with Gary Lineker as Ian
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1993

If You See God, Tell Him as Workman
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1992

Terry and Julian as Vicar
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1991
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2022
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2016
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2010
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2008
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2007
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2002
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1999
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1994
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1991
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1989
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1992

Terry and Julian as Writer
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2010

Paul Merton's Weird and Wonderful World of Early Cinema as Director, Writer
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2009

Paul Merton Looks at Alfred Hitchcock as Director
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2000

The Suicidal Dog as Director
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2011

Birth of Hollywood as Creator
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1991

Paul Merton: The Series as Creator, Writer