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Alastair James Hay Murray (born 10 May 1968) is an English comedian. After graduating from the University of Oxford, Murray's comedy career began by working with Harry Hill for BBC Radio 4. He regularly performed at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, before launching his "Pub Landlord" persona. This led to the Sky One sitcom Time Gentlemen Please and the chat show Al Murray's Happy Hour for ITV. In 2003, Murray was listed in The Observer as one of the 50 funniest acts in British comedy, and in 2007 he was voted the 16th greatest stand-up comic on Channel 4's 100 Greatest Stand-Ups. He continues to perform as a stand-up and is a regular on British TV and radio.

Quick facts about Al Murray

  • Full name: Al Murray
  • Born: 1968-05-10
  • Nationality: United Kingdom
  • Known as: Comedian
  • Wikidata ID: Q4704500

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Who is Al Murray?

Alastair James Hay Murray (born 10 May 1968) is an English comedian. After graduating from the University of Oxford, Murray's comedy career began by working with Harry Hill for BBC Radio 4.

What nationality is Al Murray?

Al Murray is United Kingdom.

When was Al Murray born?

Al Murray was born on 1968-05-10.

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