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And much as I enjoy writing and creating stuff, I don't enjoy it so much that I am willing to give up any time that could otherwise be spent performing.
Marcus Brigstocke
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Marcus Brigstocke
Age: 51
Born: 1973
Born: May 8
Actor
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Stand-Up Comedian
Television Actor
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Guildford
Surrey
UK
Marcus Alexander Brigstocke
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