Jimmy Carr

Jimmy Carr
Carr in 2024
Born
James Anthony Patrick Carr

(1972-09-15) 15 September 1972
Isleworth, London, England
Citizenship
  • Ireland
  • United Kingdom
Alma materGonville and Caius College, Cambridge (BA)
PartnerKaroline Copping (2001–present)
Children1
Comedy career
Years active1997–present
Medium
Genres
Subjects
Websitejimmycarr.com

James Anthony Patrick Carr (born 15 September 1972) is a British and Irish comedian. He began his stand-up career in 1997. He has regularly appeared on television as the host of Channel 4 panel shows such as The Big Fat Quiz of the Year (since 2004), 8 Out of 10 Cats (2005–2021) and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (since 2012). Carr is known for his rapid-fire deadpan delivery of one-liners.