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The autobiography of a beloved British actor details his journey from a Manchester upbringing in the sixties as the fourth of seven children. Early on, his talent for impersonations shone through, but after several unsuccessful attempts to enter London drama schools, he found a place at the Manchester Polytechnic School of Theatre. His career took off in the 1980s as a comedian and impressionist, starting with voice work on the satirical puppet show Spitting Image. In 1992, he won the Perrier Award for his show, where he introduced his character Paul Calf. Collaborations with Chris Morris, Patrick Marber, and Armando Iannucci led to the creation of Alan Partridge, his most iconic character. This character starred in two TV series, a mockumentary, specials, and garnered seven BAFTA nominations before making a successful film debut with Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa. Beyond acting, he co-founded Baby Cow Productions in 2002, producing acclaimed shows like Marion and Geoff and Gavin and Stacey. His work on Philomena earned him an Oscar recognition. In this heartfelt and humorous memoir, he reflects on three decades in the entertainment industry, sharing the journey from Manchester to Norwich, complete with its ups and downs.