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Adrian Edmondson was born on January 24, 1957 in Bradford, United Kingdom. Adrian Edmondson is listed as a film actor, comedian and screenwriter. The age as of 2026 is 69. Schooling on record includes University of Manchester. Credited works include Guest House Paradiso.
My Take
For me Adrian Edmondson is a cornerstone of British comedy, a figure whose partnership with Rik Mayall on The Young Ones and Bottom defined a gloriously anarchic strain of humor that was somehow both chaotic and clever. Born in Bradford and educated at Manchester, he carries a sturdy northern English sensibility into everything. What I value most is that he was never merely a clown flailing for laughs, he wrote, directed, and made music too, building his comedy as a genuine craftsman. The 1980s alternative scene he helped lead shaped a generation, and I have lasting respect for this intelligent jester.
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1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Adrian Edmondson
- Name (Japanese)
- エイドリアン・エドモンドソン
- Reading
- えいどりあん・えどもんどそん
- Born
- January 24, 1957 (age 69)
- Origin
- Bradford, United Kingdom
- Occupation
- film actor / comedian / screenwriter / film director / television actor
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Aquarius / Rooster
2. Background
- University
- University of Manchester
3. Works & records
Filmography / notable works
| Category | Title |
|---|---|
| Notable work | Guest House Paradiso |
4. Links
5. About this entry
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Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Adrian Edmondson born?
Born January 24, 1957 (age 69).
Where is Adrian Edmondson from?
Adrian Edmondson is from Bradford, United Kingdom.
What does Adrian Edmondson do?
Adrian Edmondson works as film actor, comedian, screenwriter, film director, television actor.
What is Adrian Edmondson known for?
Notable works include Guest House Paradiso.
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