He may be best known for his career as a stand-up comedian, but John Bishop is more than a funny-man. Whether he’s chatting to A-listers on ITV’s The John Bishop Show, outsmarting monsters on BBC’s Doctor Who or cracking jokes on Have I Got News For You, the 55 year old is far from being a one trick pony.
Here’s everything you need to know about the comedian… His surprising career path Before hitting the big time as a comedian, John was a pharmaceutical rep.The dad of three also enjoyed a short football career and played for Hyde United and Southport FC.
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But his big break in TV came when he appeared on The Panel, later securing the role of Rob Fitch in E4’s Skins in seasons three and four.
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