Inside Stephen Merchant's life off-screen including huge net worth and actress girlfriend

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Stephen Merchant, known for his comedic brilliance and towering height, has become a household name both on and off screen. With a reported net worth of £26.6 million, he's cemented his status as the UK's richest comedian, surpassing industry heavyweights like Peter Kay and Ricky Gervais.

But how did he achieve such remarkable success, and what's the story behind his personal life? Stephen's rise to fame began with the groundbreaking sitcom The Office, which he co-wrote with his friend Ricky Gervais.The show, released in July 2001, catapulted him into the spotlight, followed by the equally acclaimed series Extras four years later.

He has also appeared in shows like The Outlaws, where he played sad divorcee lawyer Greg, and Life's Too Short, however Stephen's income comes mainly from his numerous TV production businesses, with his main company, SJJM LTD, worth over £25 million in assets, accelerating by £3million between 2021 and 2022.

Despite his lucrative ventures, Stephen remains grounded, recalling humble beginnings and rejecting notions of extravagant spending.