Ade Edmondson is best known as Vyvyan in ‘The Young Ones’, Eddie Hitler in ‘Bottom’, and Dr. Jeremy ‘Jez’ in ‘Holby City’.
Films
- Star Wars: The Last JediLieutenant Peavey (voice/performance capture)2017
- The Canterville GhostLord Canterville2021
- The Huntsman: Winter’s WarGryff2016
- The Comic Strip Presents… The StrikeKen1988
- The SupergrassScumbag (uncredited)1985
- The Young Ones: Summer HolidayVyvyan1983
TV shows
- Holby CityDr. Jeremy ‘Jez’ Casson (series regular)2010–2018
- Bottersnikes & GumblesBottersnike (voice)2016–2018
- EastEndersJeff (guest role)2017
- The Keith Lemon Sketch ShowVarious2016
- Danger MouseAdmiral (voice)2015–2019
- The Comic Strip Presents…Various (multiple episodes)1982–2016
- BottomEdward ‘Eddie’ Hitler (co-creator/writer)1991–1995
- The New StatesmanPiers Fletcher-Dervish (series regular)1989–1992
- Blackadder IILord Whiteadder (guest)1986
- The Young OnesVyvyan Basterd (main cast)1982–1984
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About Ade Edmondson
Adrian ‘Ade’ Edmondson is an English actor, comedian, and writer, renowned for his loud, anarchic characters in alternative comedy. He rose to fame alongside Rik Mayall in ‘The Young Ones’ and ‘Bottom’, and later earned acclaim for dramatic roles such as Dr. Jez in ‘Holby City’.
FAQs
What was Ade Edmondson’s first major TV role?
His first major role was Vyvyan Basterd in the BBC sitcom ‘The Young Ones’ (1982–1984), co-starring with Rik Mayall and written by Ben Elton.
Is Ade Edmondson the same person as the musician?
No. Ade Edmondson is primarily an actor and comedian. He is married to actress and comedian Jennifer Saunders and has no direct involvement in professional music as a career, though he has performed in comedy bands.
Did Ade Edmondson appear in ‘Holby City’?
Yes. He played Dr. Jeremy ‘Jez’ Casson, a patient safety officer, from 2010 to 2018 in the BBC medical drama ‘Holby City’.
What is ‘Bottom’ and why is it significant?
‘Bottom’ is a British slapstick sitcom created by Rik Mayall and Ade Edmondson, who also starred as Eddie Hitler and Richard Richard. It was known for its violent, surreal, and dark humour.
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