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Alan Davies is listed as a television actor, comedian and screenwriter. Alan Davies was born on March 6, 1966 in Laughton, United Kingdom. That works out to 60 years old in 2026. Education on record includes University of Kent. Listed accolades include honorary doctor of the University of Kent (2003).
My Take
Alan Davies is a quietly remarkable figure in British television. Anchoring the title role in Jonathan Creek while serving as the only permanent panellist on QI since 2003, outlasting even Stephen Fry, takes a particular kind of staying power. What I enjoy is his blend of bumbling charm and genuine wit: he plays the lovable fool but is clearly sharp underneath. Moving between comedy panels and mystery drama shows a flexibility most performers never manage. He wears his intelligence lightly, and that easygoing warmth is exactly why he's been such durable company on screen.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Alan Davies
- Name (Japanese)
- アラン・デイヴィス
- Reading
- あらん・でいゔぃす
- Born
- March 6, 1966 (age 60)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Pisces / Horse
- Origin
- Laughton, United Kingdom
- Occupation
- television actor / comedian / actor / screenwriter / television presenter
2. Background
- University
- University of Kent
Awards & achievements
- 2003 honorary doctor of the University of Kent
3. Links
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-17
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 Alan Davies born?
Born March 6, 1966 (age 60).
Where is Alan Davies from?
Alan Davies is from Laughton, United Kingdom.
What does Alan Davies do?
Alan Davies works as television actor, comedian, actor, screenwriter, television presenter.
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