Cliff Parisi

Cliff Parisi
Born (1960-05-24) 24 May 1960
London, United Kingdom
Occupation Actor
Years active 1982–present
Television EastEnders (2002–2010)
Call the Midwife (2012–present)
Partner(s) Tara Wyer (2009–present)
Children Mandy Parisi
Dean Parisi
Arthur Parisi

Cliff Parisi (born 24 May 1960) is a British actor of Italian descent, largely recognised for his performance as Rick 'Minty' Peterson in the BBC soap opera EastEnders. and Hollyoaks as Walt. He is currently appearing in the BBC period drama Call the Midwife as handyman and gardener Fred Buckle, a role he has portrayed since 2012.

Career

Parisi began his career in 1982 when he started touring the United Kingdom as a stand-up comedian. He continued working as a stand-up comedian for the next seven years before being offered a bit part in the film Queen of Hearts in 1989.

Interested in taking up acting, Parisi changed his vocation and after a series of bit parts landed his first noticeable character: Lunchbox in the TV series Chancer. Parisi was then given bigger parts on television, most noticeably on the series Kavanagh QC, Bramwell and A Prince Among Men.

After finishing the former TV series, Parisi auditioned for what would be his most famous role: Minty Peterson in EastEnders. He was recommended for the part by close friend and EastEnders actor Steve McFadden. Since his inception into the soap opera in 2002 the public have seen his character Minty form a close friendship with Garry Hobbs (Ricky Groves) and evolve from a cold-hearted landlord to a hapless unlucky-in-love mechanic and then to finding love with established characters Heather Trott (Cheryl Fergison) and Manda Best (Josie Lawrence). He made his final appearance on 21 September 2010, ending eight years on the show.

In 2012, Parisi filmed a guest role with Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks, playing the character of Walt.[1] He also starred as a guest in the BBC drama Hustle, playing the character of Arnie.

Since 2012, Parisi has starred in the BBC period drama Call the Midwife, appearing as Fred.

Parisi appeared in the 5th and final series of the British sitcom Outnumbered, as concerned parent Ed Poll.

Personal life

Parisi has four children, one with his partner, BBC producer Tara Wyer, and three from previous relationships. He currently lives in Saffron Walden, Essex.

Filmography

References

  1. ↑ Kilkelly, Daniel (16 April 2012). "'Hollyoaks' guest role for ex-'EastEnders' star Cliff Parisi". Digital Spy. (Hearst Magazines UK). Retrieved 16 April 2012.
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