Alan Partridge

Alan Partridge is a fictional television character played by Steve Coogan, who is an English comedian by profession. This character is often heard on radios as well. Alan Partridge appears in burlesques including both sports commentaries and chat shows. One of the most popular series released with this character is ’I’m Alan Partridge’, where he is shown to be apprehensive, phoney and one who is extremely concerned about his public image. However, he does not comply with many social norms.

To give a touch of realism, Alan Partridge has a history like any other human being. He is born in Norwich, where he finished his graduation. However, he had tough time during his school days as he was bullied by his peers. He started his career as a hospital radio DJ and moved up the ladder with sports news on BBC Radio 4. Next he bagged a chat show spoof, ’Knowing Me Knowing You’, which was quickly broadcasted on television tracing his success. The chat show also had fictional guests. His next show was ’The Day Today’, where he commented on sports. ’I’m Alan Partridge’, came in with a bang and became one of the most successful shows on television. Series 2 of the same show was released in 2002. The character seems to be so realistic that, he possesses a signature, which is often visible on DVDs, VHS and other media on which it is sold.