Paddy McGuinness: Biography, Facts and Career
Who is Paddy McGuinness? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

Patrick Joseph McGuinness (born 14 August 1973) is an English comedian, actor, writer, and television presenter. He rose to fame with the help of fellow comedian Peter Kay, who invited him to appear on the television comedy series That Peter Kay Thing (2000), and the sitcoms Phoenix Nights (2000–2001) and Max and Paddy's Road to Nowhere (2004). McGuinness went on to present various television shows, including Take Me Out (2010–2019), 71 Degrees North (2011), Paddy's TV Guide (2013), Top Gear (2019–2022), I Can See Your Voice (2021–2022), Question of Sport (2021–2023) and Tempting Fortune (2023–2025). McGuinness has written and performed four stand-up comedy tours: The Dark Side Tour (2006), Plus You! Tour (2008), The Saturday Night Live Tour (2011), and Daddy McGuinness (2015–2016).
Quick facts about Paddy McGuinness
- Full name: Paddy McGuinness
- Born: 1973-08-14
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Known as: Comedian
- Wikidata ID: Q7123539
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Paddy McGuinness?
Patrick Joseph McGuinness (born 14 August 1973) is an English comedian, actor, writer, and television presenter.
What nationality is Paddy McGuinness?
Paddy McGuinness is United Kingdom.
When was Paddy McGuinness born?
Paddy McGuinness was born on 1973-08-14.



