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Matt BerryEnglish actor, screenwriter, comedian and musician
Date of Birth: 02.05.1974
Country:  Great Britain |
Content:
- Early Life and Education
- Television Career
- Film Career
- Music Career
- Radio and Voiceover Work
- Personal Life
Early Life and Education
Matthew Charles "Matt" Berry was born on May 2, 1974, in Bromham, Bedfordshire. He has an older sister named Johanna. Berry graduated from Nottingham Trent University in 1997 with a degree in fine art.
Television Career
Berry began his television career in 1998, appearing in comedy sketches. His breakthrough role came with the cult comedy series "Garth Marenghi's Darkplace" and its spin-off "Man to Man with Dean Learner." He later appeared as the eccentric and sinister millionaire explorer Dixon Bainbridge in "The Mighty Boosh."
In 2006, Berry wrote and starred in the BBC Three comedy "Snuff Box." He joined the cast of "The IT Crowd" in season 2, which earned him a nomination for "Best Breakthrough Performance" at the British Comedy Awards 2007.
Other notable television appearances include "Toast of London," "The Devil's Chair," "Moon," and "What We Do in the Shadows."
Film Career
On the big screen, Berry has appeared in horror films such as "The Devil's Chair" and "Moon." He also played a role in the Super Furry Animals music video for the song "Run-Away."
Music Career
Berry is a multi-talented artist who has released four albums: "Jackpot" (1995), "Opium" (2008), "Witchazel" (2009), and "Kill the Wolf" (2013). He has also written music for several television series, including "Snuff Box," "Saxondale," and "Blunder."
Besides his own music, Berry has collaborated with other artists, such as soul singer Geno Washington and experimental band Three Trapped Tigers.
Radio and Voiceover Work
Berry has lent his voice to numerous television and radio commercials. He also worked on the video game "Worms Revolution," voicing the fictional documentary filmmaker Don Keystone.
Personal Life
Berry keeps his personal life private. He is known for his distinctive deep voice, which has made him a sought-after voiceover artist.
