Stephen Fry

Stephen Fry, born on August 24, 1957, is a multifaceted British actor, comedian, broadcaster, and writer whose career spans decades and genres. He first gained prominence in the early 1980s with the sketch comedy series Alfresco and the beloved sitcom Blackadder. His partnership with Hugh Laurie as the comedy duo Fry and Laurie further solidified his status in the entertainment industry, leading to iconic shows such as A Bit of Fry & Laurie and Jeeves and Wooster.

Fry's television legacy includes notable roles in series like Kingdom, Bones, and It's a Sin, alongside his long tenure as the original host of the comedy panel show QI, for which he received multiple nominations from the British Academy Television Awards. His popularity was underscored in 2006 when he was ranked number 9 in ITV's poll of TV's 50 Greatest Stars.

In film, Fry has appeared in a variety of acclaimed projects, including Chariots of Fire, A Fish Called Wanda, and V for Vendetta. His portrayal of Oscar Wilde in the film Wilde earned him a Golden Globe nomination. Fry's theatrical contributions are equally impressive, with adaptations like Me and My Girl and performances in productions such as Twelfth Night, which garnered him Tony Award nominations.

Beyond acting, Fry is a prolific writer and documentary presenter, known for works like Stephen Fry: The Secret Life of the Manic Depressive and Stephen Fry in America. He has also lent his voice to beloved audiobooks, including the Harry Potter series. A passionate advocate for mental health, Fry has served as president of the charity Mind since 2011 and was knighted in 2025 for his contributions to mental health awareness and charity.