Rob Brydon’s Journey: Five Kids and Ties to Catherine Zeta-Jones
Rob Brydon, widely recognized for his role as Bryn in the popular show Gavin and Stacey, is set to explore the southern states of America in his new BBC Two series, Rob Brydon’s Honky Tonk Road Trip. This three-part series commemorates a century of country music, featuring Brydon interacting with various stars and immersing himself in the rich culture of this music genre.
Early Life and Education
Rob Brydon was born in Baglan, Glamorgan, in May 1965 to parents Joy and Howard. His mother worked as a schoolteacher, and his father was a car dealer. Rob has a younger brother named Peter, born in 1973. He attended two private schools before enrolling at Porthcawl Comprehensive School at the age of 14, where he met Ruth Jones, his future co-star in Gavin and Stacey. Notably, they also studied alongside actress Catherine Zeta-Jones. Brydon pursued further studies at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in Cardiff but left after a year to join Radio Wales at just 20 years old.
Career Highlights
Rob’s career commenced at BBC Radio Wales, where he worked for six years, hosting shows and performing in comedy segments. He briefly presented for the Home Shopping Network and began a successful voice-over career. His major breakthrough came with the comedy series Human Remains, which he co-wrote and starred in. Following this, he gained prominence with roles in Marion and Geoff and appeared in notable shows like I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue.
Gavin and Stacey and Beyond
In 2007, Brydon achieved widespread recognition by portraying Uncle Bryn in Gavin and Stacey, a role that marked a pivotal moment in his career. He has since hosted the game show Would I Lie to You? since 2009 and made guest appearances on series such as QI and Have I Got News for You. Additionally, Rob has taken to the stage in productions like The Painkiller and has published a book titled Small Man in a Book.
Film Appearances
In addition to his television successes, Brydon has appeared in films like Days of the Bagnold Summer, Early Man, and Swimming with Men. More recently, he featured in Barbie and Amazon Prime’s My Lady Jane and took on the role of host for the BBC One game show Destination X.
Family Life
Rob Brydon’s first marriage was to Martina Fitchie in 1992, lasting until their divorce in 2000. They share two daughters, Amy and Katie, as well as a son, Harry. In 2006, Rob married Clare Holland, a former producer for The South Bank Show. Their wedding took place at a church in Windsor, Berkshire. The couple resides in Strawberry Hill and has two sons, Tom and George.
Upcoming Series
Tune in to Rob Brydon’s Honky Tonk Road Trip, which premieres on Sunday, October 5, at 9 PM on BBC Two. Viewers can look forward to an engaging exploration of country music’s roots through Brydon’s entertaining lens.
