Hugh Laurie, born on June 11, 1959, is a British actor, comedian, musician, and writer who has become a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. He first gained recognition alongside Stephen Fry in the sketch comedy show A Bit of Fry and Laurie, and later became well known for his roles in Blackadder and Jeeves and Wooster. During the 1980s and 1990s, Laurie cemented his status as a versatile performer in British television.
In 2011, Laurie was listed in the Guinness World Records as the most-watched leading man on television, owing to his global popularity through the U.S. medical drama House, in which he played the title role of Dr. Gregory House. At the height of his career, he was also one of the highest-paid actors on American television. His net worth is currently estimated to exceed $40 million.
Laurie's career in entertainment began during his time at the University of Cambridge, where he joined the Cambridge Footlights, a renowned theatrical club known for launching the careers of many British comedians and actors. It was here that he met actress Emma Thompson, with whom he had a brief romantic relationship. She would later introduce him to Stephen Fry, setting the stage for one of British comedy’s most notable partnerships.
Their performance in The Cellar Tapes helped the group win the Perrier Comedy Award at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. As a result, Laurie, Fry, Thompson, and several others were recruited to write and perform in Alfresco, a sketch show produced by Granada Television.
Laurie and Fry would go on to collaborate on several successful projects, including the Blackadder series. Laurie’s distinctive comedic timing and expressive character acting quickly earned him acclaim. He also made a guest appearance in the American sitcom Friends, demonstrating his growing international appeal.
| Birth Date: | 11 Jun, 1959 |
| Age: | 60 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | Oxford |
| Education: | Selwyn College Eton College |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | English actor, comedian, writer, musician and director |
| Net Worth 2021: | 45 million |
