Eddie Izzard

Birth Name:

Edward John Izzard

Birth Place:

Aden, Yemen

Profession

Actress, Producer, Writer, Soundtrack, Director

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
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․"
Nominated for an Astra Award in 2008 as Favorite International Personality of Actor for "The Riches․"
Participated in the celebrity campaign in support of Burma
Ran over 1,000 miles in 2009 in support of Sport Relief
Perhaps best known for his award-winning stand-up routines in drag

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