Richard Osman

Television host of 'Pointless'

Richard Osman - Television host of 'Pointless'
Born

November 28th, 1970
54 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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A television host, director, and producer, notable contributions include the role as co-host of the BBC quiz show 'Pointless'. In addition to hosting, engaged in writing, publishing several books that include 'The Thursday Murder Club'. Also worked as a producer on various television programs, impacting British television with unique concepts and formats.

Co-hosted the BBC quiz show 'Pointless'

Authored the book 'The Thursday Murder Club'

Produced various television programs

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