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Robert Webb
Full Name and Common Aliases
Robert James Webb is a British comedian, actor, writer, and musician. He is best known as one half of the comedy duo Mitchell and Webb.
Birth and Death Dates
Born on October 13, 1974, in Birmingham, England, there is no record of Robert Webb's passing. He is still active in the entertainment industry.
Nationality and Profession(s)
Robert Webb holds British nationality and has worked as a comedian, actor, writer, and musician throughout his career.
Early Life and Background
Webb was born into a family with strong musical roots. His father was a music teacher, and his mother was a pianist. This early exposure to music likely influenced Webb's decision to pursue a career in the arts. He grew up in the West Midlands and attended King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys.
Major Accomplishments
Robert Webb's breakout role came when he formed the comedy duo Mitchell and Webb with his then-writing partner, David Mitchell. The pair created and starred in the critically acclaimed sketch show "The Mitchell and Webb Situation" (2004) and its spin-off series "That Mitchell and Webb Look" (2006-2010). Their subsequent projects include a radio series on BBC Radio 4 called "The Mitchell and Webb Podcast."
Notable Works or Actions
In addition to his work with David Mitchell, Robert Webb has also appeared in various TV shows and films. Some notable examples include:
The IT Crowd (TV Series, 2006-2010) - where he played the role of Denholm Reynholm.
Peep Show (TV Series, 1999-2007) - a Channel 4 comedy series for which Webb provided narration in later seasons.
* Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa (Film, 2013).
Impact and Legacy
Robert Webb's influence on British comedy is undeniable. He has been credited with helping to shape the comedic landscape of his generation, alongside other notable comedians such as Ricky Gervais and Simon Pegg.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Webb's witty observations on life and society have made him a beloved figure in British comedy. His satirical take on politics and culture is both humorous and incisive, making his quotes particularly memorable among audiences who appreciate clever writing.
Quotes by Robert Webb
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If you want us to remain friends, then I think you need to get used to the idea that other people are real.
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I don’t mean to bum you out but... we’re all going to die. The thing is, very few of us actually believe it. We look at pictures of people who have died and marvel at the pathos. ‘Ah, there’s Jean all smiling. She didn’t know she’d be dead in three months.’ Well, maybe Jean knew and maybe she didn’t. But what she didn’t do was go around hoping to provide someone else with a satisfying sense of dramatic irony. Nobody lives like that and it’s odd that we do it to the dead sometimes.
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One way of imagining life is that it’s a competition between love and death. Death always wins, of course, but love is there to make its victory a hollow one. That’s what love is for.
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Yes of course there’s always someone worse off than you. But imagine you’re in a doctor’s surgery with a broken arm. The person next to you has two broken arms, the person next to him has two broken arms and a broken leg. This is all very well, but the point is that you have a broken arm and it hurts.
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The great thing about refusing to feel feelings is that, once you’ve denied them, you don’t have to take responsibility for them. Your feelings will be someone else’s problem – your mother’s problem, your girlfriend’s problem, your wife’s problem. If it has to come out at all, let it come out as anger. You’re allowed to be angry. It’s boyish and man-like to be angry.
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I've read the Bible, but I felt like a lot of the Bible was oppressive towards women. Then I read the Quran, and I thought it was also oppressive towards women.
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I did The Frank Skinner Show, and they gave me a little jukebox-shaped CD player, which looks nice in the kitchen.
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I dont do much to keep in trim - I try to walk places instead of driving whenever I can, but I really ought to do more.
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I get recognised a fair bit. It goes up when Peep Show or the sketch show is on the telly or when were doing loads of interviews.
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