Birmingham is the home city of a long list of celebrities who were born in and around the city, and have made it big. Several actors and musicians of note were born in Birmingham or near here.
From heavy metal stars, to New Romantics, actors and famous footballers - there are many iconic faces who are known across the globe. The West Midlands also has an often overlooked comedy scene.
Birmingham and the West Midlands has produced a number of brilliant entertainers, incluidng some of the most best loved comics in the country who have gone on to achieve worldwide fame, and new talent gets discovered every year through the Birmingham Comedy Festival.
With this in mind, we’ve taken a look at the eight richest famous comedians who hail from the city and wider region.
Birmingham and the West Midlands has produced a number of brilliant entertainers, incluidng some of the most best loved comics in the country who have gone on to achieve worldwide fame, and new talent gets discovered every year through the Birmingham Comedy Festival.