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Jack Dee

Jack Dee (born September 24, 1962) is a very dry, deadpan British comedian who is not known for his smiles. He took part in a series of beer ads in the 1990s and gave the nation the "widget".

Starting 2004, Jack Dee has his own tv show on the BBC, called Jack Dee - Live at the Apollo. Every week, Jack invites a stand up comedian from the national or internatial scene for a 30-minute set. Previous comedians include Jo Brand, Ross Noble, Ardal O’Hanlon , Joan Rivers and Omid Djalili. The show aires at 22.35 every monday evening on BBC 1.

Jack Dee has also had some success as a straight actor, notably in an episode of the BBC drama series, Silent Witness. In 2001 he showed another side of his character, endeared himself to viewers and was the winner of Celebrity Big Brother.


Last updated: 11-08-2004 00:11:11