Biography
Who is Keith Allen?
Early life and background
Keith Allen was born on September 2, 1953, in Llanelli, United Kingdom, and grew up in Wales, Malta, and Hampshire. His father served in the Royal Navy, and his mother worked as a waitress. He attended several schools during his youth, including Brentwood School in Essex, from which he was expelled at the age of thirteen after causing trouble at morning assembly. This led to a period in a borstal and attendance at other schools before he earned six O-levels.
Acting and comedy career
Keith Allen began his entertainment career as a stand-up comedian and vocalist, opening for punk rock bands such as The Clash. He emerged as a breakthrough act at the Comedy Store in 1979 and subsequently appeared in numerous episodes of the Channel 4 sketch series The Comic Strip Presents between 1983 and 1993. He co-wrote and starred in parodies such as The Yob and appeared in other television programs including The Young Ones and the sitcom Spaced.
Television presentation and documentaries
Alongside his acting work, Keith Allen has presented multiple television programs and controversial documentaries. In 1982, he hosted the game show Whatever You Want during the early days of Channel Four. He later presented projects for Victor Lewis-Smith's production company, including Little Lady Fauntleroy and a program focusing on Michael Carroll. In 2007, he presented Tourette De France, traveling by bus from London to Paris with a group of Scottish individuals diagnosed with Tourette syndrome.
Music and writing
Keith Allen was a member of the London punk band the Atoms during the 1970s. He later joined Fat Les, a musical group that also included artist Damien Hirst and Blur bassist Alex James. With Fat Les, he wrote the lyrics for the popular England football song Vindaloo. He also contributed to other sports-related musical projects, such as England's Irie by Black Grape and On Me Head, Son for the film Mike Bassett: England Manager.
Family and personal life
Keith Allen has been married and in relationships with several prominent partners. He shares children, including pop singer Lily Allen and actor Alfie Allen, with his first wife, Alison Owen. Following his marriage to his second wife, Nira Park, he entered a relationship with actress Tamzin Malleson, with whom he had a daughter named Teddie Allen in 2006. Throughout his life, he has maintained residences in the United Kingdom and continued his involvement in various artistic pursuits.
Birthday and age
Keith Allen was born on September 2, 1953, which makes Keith 73 years old today. That birthday falls under the Virgo sign. Keith shares the date with 62 other famous people.
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