Paul Merton
Well loved & respected writer, actor, comedian, radio and television presenter with fantastic improvisational skills.
Recognisable, dry & intelligent with brilliant comedy timing.
Merton's humour is rooted in deadpan, surreal and sometimes dark comedy.
Most known for Have I Got News For You, Whose Line Is It Anyway & Room 101.
Core member of the World famous Comedy Store Players.
Born in Parsons Green - has a neutral accent.
Accents
Credits
- The One Show (TV, 2018-2008) Himself. BBC.
- Have I Got News For You (TV, 2018-1990) Himself. BBC.
- Sir Bruce: A Celebration (TV, 2018) Himself. BBC.
- The Paul O'Grady Show (TV, 2015) Himself. ITV.
- Birth of Hollywood (TV, 2011) Himself. Presenter. BBC.
- The British Comedy Awards (TV, 2011) Presenter. Channel 4.
- Room 101 (TV, 2007-1999) Presenter. BBC.
Related news articles
03/04/2020
'Have I Got News For You' is back for, incredibly, its 59th series!
As the satirical quiz returns, comedian Miles Jupp joins Paul Merton to find the light in this week's events. Watch on Friday 3rd April at 9pm on BBC1.
23/08/2019
Comedian Paul Merton researches his family history on 'Who Do You Think You Are’.
Paul uncovers hardship, political passion and a touch of comedy. Watch on Wednesday 28th August at 9pm on BBC1.
23/05/2019
Kiri Pritchard- McLean joins the panel of series finale of Have I Got News for You with Paul Merton .
Watch on Friday 31st May at 9pm on BBC1.
27/03/2019
Have I Got News for You returns with team captain Paul Merton
Paul Merton and Ian Hislop return with a new series. Watch on Friday 5th April on BBC1 at 9pm.