Alexei Sayle

Alexei Sayle

Acting7th August 1952(74)Anfield, Liverpool, England, UK128 titles

Alexei David Sayle is an English actor, author, stand-up comedian, television presenter and former recording artist. He was a leading figure in the British alternative comedy movement in the 1980s. He was voted the 18th greatest stand-up comic of all time on Channel 4's 100 Greatest Stand-ups in 2007. In an updated 2010 poll he came 72nd.

Much of Sayle's humour is in the tradition of Spike Milligan and Monty Python, with riffs based on often absurd and surreal premises. His act is known for its cynicism and political awareness, as well as physical comedy.

Born

7th August 1952 · Anfield, Liverpool, England, UK

Known for

Acting

Also known as

Alexei David Sayle, Alexy Syale

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Known for

Filmography

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