Eric Idle_
South Shields, County Durham, England, UK
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Born
South Shields, County Durham, England, UK
Birthday
Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Known For
Actor
Occupations
Actor, Writer, Screenwriter, Playwright
Birthday
(Monday)
Birthplace
South Shields, County Durham, England, UK
Nationality
Citizenship
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Spouses
Lyn Ashley (1969-1975), Tania Kosevich (1981)
Residences
Studio City
Education
Pembroke College, University of Cambridge, Royal Wolverhampton School
Zodiac Sign
♈ Aries
Chinese Zodiac
羊 Goat
Name Origin
English < Proto-Germanic (*Aizarīkijaz)
Popularity
Tier B -- 55,031 Wikipedia views/month
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Career
Career spanning 53 years (1966-2019)
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 22
Year context
Born in 1943 -- Battle of Stalingrad ends; Allied invasion of Italy; Franklin D. Roosevelt was US president
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17
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Cultural Uplift
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Filmography (35)
An Accidental Studio
Self (archive footage)
George Harrison...
George Harrison: Living in the Material World
Film
Monty Python: A...
Monty Python: Almost the Truth (Lawyers Cut)
Film
Delgo
Film
Shrek the Third
Merlin (voice)
The Aristocrats
Film
Ella Enchanted
Narrator
The Rutles 2: Can't Buy Me Lunch
Producer, Director, Writer
National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation 2
Film
Pinocchio
Film
AWARDS (1)
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European Film Academy Lifetime Achievement Award
2001
WON
Biography
Eric Idle (born March 29, 1943) is an English comedian, actor, author, singer, writer, and comedic composer who wrote and performed as a member of the popular British comedy group Monty Python.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Eric Idle?
Eric Idle is 82 years old, born on .
Where was Eric Idle born?
Eric Idle was born in South Shields, County Durham, England, UK.
What movies or shows has Eric Idle been in?
Eric Idle has 35 credits in our database. Notable titles include An Accidental Studio (2019), George Harrison: Living in the Material World (2011), Monty Python: Almost the Truth (Lawyers Cut) (2009), Delgo (2008), Shrek the Third (2007).
What is Eric Idle known for?
Eric Idle is primarily known as an actor. Eric Idle (born March 29, 1943) is an English comedian, actor, author, singer, writer, and comedic composer who wrote and performed as a member of…
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