He rose to fame as the co-creator and star of Little Britain, the legendary sketch show developed with Matt Lucas. The series won numerous international awards, including 3 BAFTAs, and was broadcast in over 100 countries. It was followed by the hugely successful Come Fly With Me, cementing David’s status as a comedy icon. Both shows remain popular on streaming platforms and social media.
For a decade, David was the nation’s favourite judge on Britain’s Got Talent, and in 2008, David began a new chapter in his career as a children’s author. Since then, his books have become global bestsellers, translated into 55 languages and selling over 60 million copies worldwide. His stories have won numerous awards and have been adapted into BBC One television films and stage productions - including the Royal Shakespeare Company’s acclaimed musical The Boy in the Dress, featuring songs by Robbie Williams and Guy Chambers.
Most recently, David has been filming a movie adaptation of his popular book Fing, starring Taika Waititi and Dame Penelope Wilton.
As an actor, David has appeared in several major films, including Stardust (with Robert De Niro and Michelle Pfeiffer), Dinner for Schmucks (alongside Steve Carell and Paul Rudd), and Murder Mystery (with Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston). His voice work includes roles in animated features such as the Oscar-nominated Missing Link.
David is also known for his extraordinary charity work. In 2006, he swam the English Channel, raising over £1 million for Sport Relief. In 2011, he took on the Thames, swimming 140 miles and raising over £2 million. Altogether, he has helped raise more than £10 million for charity through his endurance challenges.
