About
Comedian who won Show Me the Funny in 2011. He took part in BBC One program Let's Dance for Sport Relief in 2012.
Before Fame
He won the standup competition Take the Mike in 2001.
Trivia
He and Bob Slayer set a record for the longest hug at 25 hours and 25 minutes at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2013.
Family Life
His father was an Irish welder. During the Iranian Revolution, he had to pose as his grandfather's son to safely leave the country.
Associated With
He and Jon Stewart are both comedians that have supported charitable events.
