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

Simon Farnaby (born 2 April 1973) is an English actor, comedian, children's entertainer, writer and singer. He is best known for his work with the Them There collective where he has written and starred in productions including the sketch show Horrible Histories, Yonderland, and Ghosts, as well as writing for film. Farnaby earned BAFTA nominations for his writing of Paddington 2, both for Best Adapted Screenplay and Best British Film, and was the winner of the 2023 Television BAFTA for memorable TV moment. In 2023, he co-wrote and appeared in Wonka, a film which serves as a prequel to the Roald Dahl novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, exploring Willy Wonka's origins.
Quick facts about Simon Farnaby
- Full name: Simon Farnaby
- Born: 1973-04-02
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Known as: Comedian
- Wikidata ID: Q7518724
Profile compiled from public Wikipedia and Wikidata data. Details can change over time.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Simon Farnaby?
Simon Farnaby (born 2 April 1973) is an English actor, comedian, children's entertainer, writer and singer.
What nationality is Simon Farnaby?
Simon Farnaby is United Kingdom.
When was Simon Farnaby born?
Simon Farnaby was born on 1973-04-02.



