David Mitchell
David Mitchell is an English comedian, actor, writer, and television presenter.
David Mitchell is an English comedian, actor, writer, and television presenter. He is best known as one half of the comedy duo Mitchell and Webb, for playing Mark Corrigan in *Peep Show*, and for appearing on British panel shows such as *Would I Lie to You?* and *QI*. His work has circulated internationally, including in Canada, through broadcasts of British comedy.
Early life and education
David Mitchell was born in Salisbury, Wiltshire, in 1974. He studied history at Peterhouse, Cambridge, where he met Robert Webb.
Comedy career
Mitchell became known through the sketch-comedy partnership Mitchell and Webb and later through television and radio panel shows. His work has included acting, writing, presenting, and frequent appearances as a guest or team captain.
Television and radio work
His best-known screen role is Mark Corrigan in *Peep Show*. He is also widely associated with *Would I Lie to You?* and the radio quiz *The Unbelievable Truth*.
Writing and public commentary
Mitchell has written opinion pieces and columns for British newspapers. He is also an author, including books on political and historical subjects.
Key facts
- Mitchell is one half of the comedy partnership Mitchell and Webb with Robert Webb.
- He played Mark Corrigan in the Channel 4 sitcom *Peep Show*.
- He is a team captain on the BBC panel show *Would I Lie to You?*.
- He has hosted BBC Radio 4's *The Unbelievable Truth*.
- He is married to broadcaster and poker player Victoria Coren Mitchell.
David Mitchell is best known to Canadian readers through British television comedy, especially *Peep Show* and panel shows that have circulated internationally. His style and work are also relevant to fans of British satirical and sketch comedy in Canada.
Frequently asked questions
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References
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Mitchell_(comedian)Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupation, comedy partnership with Robert Webb, *Peep Show*, *Would I Lie to You?*, and *The Unbelievable Truth*.
- British Comedy Guide — https://www.comedy.co.uk/people/david_mitchell/Supports: Comedian/writer/actor profile, partnership with Robert Webb, marriage to Victoria Coren Mitchell, and general career overview.
- TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/david-mitchell/Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and major comedy and television career highlights including *Peep Show* and panel-show appearances.
- Apple TV — https://tv.apple.com/au/person/david-mitchell/umc.cpc.2x928xlkhwke4kyii3oail3uhSupports: Full name, role in Mitchell and Webb, *Peep Show*, and British Academy Television Award for Best Comedy Performance in 2009.
- Penguin Random House — https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/2295035/david-mitchell/Supports: British comedian, actor, writer, TV personality, Mitchell and Webb, *Peep Show*, and *Upstart Crow*.