Rachel Parris Age, Wiki and Bio

Rachel Parris

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, Comedian, Musician, Author, Improviser
NationalityBritish
Date of Birth27/05/1984
Age40 years
BirthplaceLeicester, England

Bio/Wiki

Full NameRachel Sarah Parris
Zodiac SignGemini
HometownLondon

Physical Stats & More

Height168 cm
Eye ColorLight Blue/Hazel
Hair ColorExtra Light Beige Blonde

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolLoughborough High School, Loughborough, England
College/University
  • St Hilda's College, University of Oxford, Oxford, England (2002-2005)
  • The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London, London, England (2006-2007)
Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Arts (Music)
  • Master of Arts (Acting)

Personal Life

Food HabitNon-vegetarian

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Affairs/BoyfriendsMarcus Brigstocke (actor, comedian)
Marriage Date14/09/2019

Family

Father(bank clerk)
Mother(hairdresser)
SpouseMarcus Brigstocke
Children1 Son - Billy

Career

DebutBegan her TV career with Count Arthur Strong (2013) as the woman in the cafe on BBC One.
Awards & Achievements
  • 2023: Emerging Talent: Factual Award at the British Academy Television Craft Awards
  • 2019: Chortle Award in the Music and Variety Act category
  • 2018: Female First's Comedian of the Year Award
  • 2012: Runner-up at the Musical Comedy Awards (MCAs)
  • 2010: Second runner-up at The Funny Women Awards
OverviewRachel has established herself in the world of entertainment, performing in various roles across television, comedy, and music. She is particularly noted for her work with the Oxford Imps and the popular improv show Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel, along with her participation in numerous comedy festivals and competitions.

Favourites

FoodBurger
CuisineIndian

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/rachelsvparris/
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/p/Rachel-Parris-100044309445512/
YouTubehttp://www.youtube.com/@rachelparriscomedy
Twitterhttps://x.com/rachelparris

Some Lesser Known Facts

During her time at St Hilda’s College, Rachel Parris was deeply involved in plays, choirs, jazz, and recital performances.
Her improv career began in 2007 with the Oxford Imps.
She once worked as an administrative assistant at the Classical Opera Company and as Business Affairs Assistant at the Royal Ballet.
She participated in the quiz show Eggheads in 2009 with the Oxford Imps.
Rachel co-founded Austentatious in 2011, which has gained recognition at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
She has performed multiple solo shows at the Edinburgh Fringe and was featured on Live at the Apollo in 2018.
In addition to her television roles, Rachel contributed to the writing of A Girl’s Guide to TV (2018).
She co-hosts a podcast, How Was It For You?, alongside her husband Marcus Brigstocke.
Rachel authored Advice from Strangers: Everything I Know from People I Don’t Know (2022).