May 31st 2024.
Paddy McGuinness, the renowned comedian, is currently juggling a handful of projects, but he's determined to set the record straight about his busy schedule. At 50 years old, Paddy is busier than ever with his upcoming stand-up tour, Nearly There..., his radio show on BBC Radio 2, and his role as the new host of Inside The Factory. Not to mention, he's also hitting the road with his former Top Gear co-star Chris Harris for a travel show called Paddy and Chris: Road Trippin. And let's not forget his game show, Tempting Fortune, which was recently recommissioned for a second series on Channel 4.
Despite his packed schedule and successful career, Paddy has noticed that not everyone recognizes the amount of work he puts in. "I was reading a few weeks back about how I didn't have any work, and I was like 'What? I'm the busiest I've ever been,'" he revealed in an interview with The Agency. "It's weird, if you're not on TV constantly then everybody thinks you're not working. Sometimes it can wind you up, but I've been doing this so long, so 90% of the time I just think it is what it is."
To cope with the occasional frustration, Paddy turns to his favorite snack, Onken yoghurt, which he jokingly claims makes him feel better. But it's not just his ability to please those who employ him that has kept him in the industry for so long - his natural comedic talent is also a major factor. Paddy has a knack for finding humor in everything, whether he's consciously trying or not. During our interview, his witty banter and new fascination with honey stayed with us long after we hung up, causing us to giggle all the way home on the tube.
This natural ability to find the funny in any situation was evident from the beginning of Paddy's career. While working as an actor on Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights, Paddy's childhood friend gave him the opportunity to submit material for the show. At the time, Paddy was balancing his job as a fitness instructor at a leisure center with his acting scenes, but he also had aspirations to write. In one shift, he wrote a sketch on council-headed notepaper about drunk Butt Wanderers fans trying to get into a social club. To Paddy's delight, Peter loved it and kept the scene exactly as he had written it.
Looking back on his time on Phoenix Nights, Paddy is grateful for the experience and the carefree, fun-filled moments he shared with his colleagues. "When I look back at Phoenix Nights, I think: 'God, that was such a good thing to be a part of.' I was carefree, living in the moment, and having fun," he reminisced. "I never really appreciated what we were doing. It's only now when I look back that I wish I really soaked that up and enjoyed it. You appreciate things more as you get older." And of course, Paddy jokingly adds that he still reminds Peter about the lack of writing fees to this day.
Eventually, Paddy was able to leave his job as a fitness instructor behind and become a full-time TV personality. But like any career, he has faced his fair share of setbacks. In the ever-changing TV industry, even shows with strong ratings can be pulled from schedules and budgets are constantly being slashed. Paddy recently found himself scratching his head when his show, I Can See Your Voice, was paused. The series, where contestants guess if people are miming or not, was a hit with viewers, but Paddy admits he still doesn't understand why it couldn't continue. "That one for me was a head-scratcher because the fact of the matter is it used to win its slot every week. I still scratch my head on things, and wonder why we couldn't have made it work," he shared. But with a thick skin and a positive attitude, Paddy doesn't let these setbacks get to him. "It's something I don't really get stressed out about too much because in my job, you've got to have a thick skin and if something comes back, brilliant," he said.
Overall, Paddy has enjoyed working on all of his projects and is grateful for the opportunities and success he has achieved in his career. And with his undeniable comedic talent, it's no surprise that he continues to be in high demand in the entertainment industry.
Paddy McGuinness is a man on a mission. After coming across some false information about his career, the 50-year-old comedian is determined to set the record straight. He has a lot going on these days, from a stand-up tour called Nearly There… to hosting a Sunday morning show on BBC Radio 2. And let's not forget his role on the TV show Inside The Factory, where he has taken over from Gregg Wallace. But that's not all, Paddy is also teaming up with former Top Gear co-star Chris Harris for a new travel show called Paddy and Chris: Road Trippin. And as if that wasn't enough, his game show, Tempting Fortune, has been recommissioned for a second series on Channel 4, making it the only entertainment launch in 2023 to receive such an honor.
With all of these projects on his plate, Paddy is definitely keeping busy. However, he has noticed that not everyone acknowledges his workload. In fact, he recently read an article claiming that he didn't have any work, which left him scratching his head. But he's learned to brush off these kinds of comments and focus on the positive. "It's weird, if you're not on TV constantly then everybody thinks you're not working," Paddy shared with The Agency. "Sometimes it can wind you up, but I've been doing this so long, so 90% of the time I just think it is what it is."
Paddy's success can be attributed not only to his work ethic, but also to his natural comedic talent. He has a knack for finding humor in everything, whether it's intentional or not. During our interview, his jokes and stories left us laughing long after we hung up the phone. And this talent was recognized early on in his career when his childhood friend, Peter Kay, gave him the opportunity to submit material for the hit show Phoenix Nights. Paddy, who was already juggling a job as a fitness instructor, jumped at the chance to write for the show. And his sketch about drunk Butt Wanderers fans trying to get into a social club became an instant hit. Looking back, Paddy reflects on his time on Phoenix Nights with fondness, realizing now just how special it was to be a part of such a successful and beloved show.
But Paddy's career hasn't been without its challenges. Like many in the TV industry, he has faced setbacks and disappointments. Most recently, his show I Can See Your Voice was put on pause, leaving Paddy scratching his head. The series, where competitors have to guess if people are miming or not, was a hit with audiences and consistently won its time slot. Paddy admits that he still doesn't understand why the show was pulled and why they couldn't make it work. However, he doesn't let these kinds of setbacks get to him. In his line of work, you have to have a thick skin and be able to roll with the punches. And with so many successful projects under his belt, Paddy knows that there will always be more opportunities coming his way.
But amidst all the hustle and bustle of his busy career, Paddy still finds time to enjoy the little things in life. He recently collaborated with Onken yogurt for their latest campaign and joked that he eats a pot of yogurt to feel better. And when asked about his favorite shows that he's worked on, Paddy couldn't pick just one. "I've enjoyed working on so many of them," he shared. From his early days on Phoenix Nights to his current projects, Paddy has had an impressive career in the entertainment industry. And with his talent and work ethic, it's safe to say that he'll continue to be a household name for years to come.
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