Kevin Andrew Bridges (born 13 November 1986) is a Scottish stand-up comedian. His 2012 television series Kevin Bridges: What's the Story? was based on his stand-up routines. On the surface, Declan and James have little in common – they grew up in the same town, sure, but one is an internationally known writer/director/actor, and the other is cruising through college and nights in the pub. They are both at crossroads in their lives, but whether they are taking the right path remains to be seen. However, people like Richard Osman and now Kevin Bridges have convinced me that it is not always a bad thing. That some people's talents can move away from their day job into a new field and can be a success.

As I said, there is a focus on mental health, and especially the kind of poor mental health that comes out of modern life – I will leave you with the quote from the book that I felt most distilled what I’ve often tried to articulate: His debut DVD, titled Kevin Bridges: The Story So Far... Live in Glasgow, filmed at Glasgow's SECC, was released on 22 November 2010, [8] and went on to sell over 350,000 copies. [9] Kevin Bridges What's The Story: Referendum Special". BBC. 14 September 2014 . Retrieved 29 November 2018. This was such an enjoyable book. Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review. Both Declan's and James's lives are in trouble but maybe a chance meeting will give them both an opportunity to inspire each other to greatness.....

Subscribe to Blog via Email

I’m a huge fan of Kevin Bridges’ comedy, which tends to feature comedic tales. Based on his stand up, I viewed him as a gifted storyteller. So I was beyond excited to read his first work of fiction and I was not disappointed! Kevin Bridges speaks to the Gazette – Local Headlines. Lanark Gazette (22 October 2010). Retrieved 20 September 2012. Watching Kevin, I was sure he was born to be a stand-up comic, but reading his book it is clear he can do absolutely anything he sets his mind to. I look forward to visiting his Michelin starred restaurant and living on his self-built space community. Everything that is great about Kevin's stand up - the characters he creates, the unapologetic root in working class life, the straddling of worlds - is what's great about this book.' Jon Richardson Comedian Kevin Bridges shares first glimpse of son and reveals baby's sweet name". MSN . Retrieved 20 December 2022. Kevin Bridges: I was ready to quit comedy". Daily Record. 2 December 2018 . Retrieved 2 December 2018.

Bridges became disillusioned with stand-up after his 145 night tour in 2015. After having a discussion with his dad, he decided to take a sabbatical from performing. [13] During this period he moved to Spain and was eventually inspired by the freedom he had to return to stand-up. [14] When Bridges returned from Spain, he did "three or four" unannounced work-in-progress gigs to test out his new material. [15] For me Glasgow is captured perfect in this book, it is not over the top with the no mean city stereotype or doesn’t romanticise places he just writes like it is, your slightly overbearing maw who loves you dearly but would boot your arse gladly. A life-affirming debut novel from one of Britain's most-loved comedians, Kevin Bridges - exploring dysfunctional friendships, family, and how to face your problems head on. A truly brilliant book, the best ARC I’ve read this year, a sure in for my top 10 books of the year.And you don’t have to look too far to see parallels with this fiction and Bridges’ own life, from his own working-class roots in Clydebank to fame and acclaim in stand-up. Indeed, he’s spoken about his mental health struggles as part of the pre-publication publicity for this title. Bridges began performing on stage when he left school shortly after turning 17, doing stand-up comedy gigs at The Stand Comedy Club in Glasgow and then throughout the UK. Bridges said he was inspired to try stand up after reading Frank Skinner's autobiography. At 18, he reached the final of Channel 5's So You Think You're Funny competition at the Edinburgh Fringe. [1] In 2006, Bridges performed his first full-length solo show at the Glasgow International Comedy Festival, to a sold-out audience and much critical acclaim. Moving into bigger venues every year, Bridges sold out his hometown festival in 2007, 2008 and 2009. [2] He performed at the 2008 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. I’ve never enjoyed a scene involving a running race quite as much as in this book! I genuinely cried with laughter.

Vulnerable and raw - this is a beautiful debut novel from the king of comedic storytelling.' Tom Allen I love this book. Brilliantly drawn, believable characters of raw heart and honesty. Cannot recommend enough.' Matt CoyneReview - Kevin Bridges: The Story Continues". comedy.co.uk. 11 October 2012 . Retrieved 28 September 2022. The release of the book will coincide with Bridges’ new stand-up tour, The Overdue Catch-Up, which starts in Liverpool on July 13. Kevin Bridges tour dates.

Kevin Bridges". The Comedy Club Ltd. Archived from the original on 13 May 2009 . Retrieved 28 July 2009. Get all the latest Glasgow news and headlines sent straight to your inbox twice a day by signing up to our free newsletter. Kevin married Kerry Monaghan in 2019. In December of 2022, Bridges announced the birth of his first child, a son named Liam, born in May of that year. [30] Filmography [ edit ] List of acting performances in film and television The plot is incited when Declan, keen to impress a barmaid he has his eye on, gets into a drunken row with some gangsters which, ultimately, ends with him in hospital. There, his path crosses Cavani’s, as the star is visiting his sister, who struggles with drug addiction.He has his pet Labrador for companionship and his best friend-turned-mentor, a pseudo-intellectual who works as greenskeeper at the local municipal golf course, both of which help keep the worst of his anxieties at bay. But following a drunken row with local gangsters, Declan's worries threaten to spiral out of control.