Eddie Izzard Biography

Fast Facts

• Nominated for an Astra Award in 2008 as Favorite International Personality of Actor for "The Riches․"
• Nominated for a Satellite Award in 2007 as Best Actor in a Drama Series for "The Riches․"
• Nominated for a Tony Award in 2003 as Best Actor for "A Day in the Death of Joe Egg․"
• Ran over 1,000 miles in 2009 in support of Sport Relief
• Avid supporter of Amnesty International, Breast Cancer Campaign, Make Poverty History, Sport Relief and U․S․ Campaign for Burma
• Gave a donation to British veterans of World War II travel to Normandy for the 65th anniversary memorial event
• Participated in the celebrity campaign in support of Burma
• Perhaps best known for his award-winning stand-up routines in drag