Eddie Izzard is an English comedian, actor, and political activist. She is best known for her surreal comedy style which is a blend of rambling whimsical monologues and self-referential pantomime. She was born in Aden, Yemen but her family moved to Northern Ireland when she was a child, and later settled in Wales. Izzard’s career began in the 1980s as a street performer in London and she quickly gained a reputation for her unique style of comedy, which combined absurdist humor with social commentary. By the mid-90s, Izzard’s career took off internationally, especially in the United States. She performed at comedy clubs across the country and also appeared on numerous TV shows. In 1998, she released her first HBO comedy special, “Dress to Kill,” which won two Emmy Awards. Ever since she has continued to perform stand-up comedy worldwide and remains a popular figure in the industry.
Alongside a comedic career, Izzard has also worked as an actor. Over the years, she has starred in numerous films and TV shows, including Ocean’s Twelve, Valkyrie, Hannibal, etc. In addition to her entertainment career, Eddie Izzard is also an advocate for many social and political causes. Now coming to her personal life, Eddie Izzard is genderfluid and prefers to be called with pronouns of “Her” and “She” but does not mind “He” and “Him”.
Eddie Izzard Personal Details:
- Complete Name: Edward John Izzard
- Nicknames: Eddie
- Date of Birth: February 7, 1962
- Birthplace: Aden, Yemen
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Comedian and Actor
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
- Religion: Agnostic Atheism
- Race/ Ethnicity: White
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Light Brown
Eddie Izzard Height Weight Shoe Size Measurements Family Facts
Eddie Izzard Family Details:
- Father Name: Harold John Michael Izzard (Accountant)
- Mother Name: Dorothy Ella Izzard (Nurse)
- Sibling Name: Mark Izzard (Older Brother)
- Spouse Name: Unmarried
- Children Name: None
Eddie Izzard Relationships History:
- Sarah Townsend (1999-2002)
Eddie Izzard Career Highlights:
- First Film: The Oncoming Storm (1995)
- First TV Show: Barf Bites Back (1991)
Eddie Izzard Distinctive Features:
- Stocky frame
- Affable smile
- Ever-changing hairstyle
Eddie Izzard Body Measurements:
Details of Eddie Izzard are listed below, including her height, weight, shoe size, and other body measurement statistics.
- Build: Average
- Height in Feet: 5’ 7”
- Height in Centimeters: 170 cm
- Weight in Kilogram: 74 kg
- Weight in Pounds: 163 pounds
- Feet/ Shoe Size: 7 (US)
Eddie Izzard Interesting Facts:
- She is an atheist.
- Eddie is a dedicated activist of the UK’s Labour Party.
- She used to perform in German, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, and French.
- Izzard is genderfluid and uses “transgender” as an umbrella term.
