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Steve Coogan admits he felt 'saddled' with Alan Partridge after tactless TV presenter made him a household name - and reveals what he REALLY thinks of the iconic character
As Alan Partridge he became a household name, winning accolade upon accolade for his enduringly funny portrayal of the hopelessly inept TV and radio presenter.
But Steve Coogan says the character he originally brought to life for 1991 radio show On The Hour - a spoof current affairs series hosted by the fictional Partridge - eventually felt like an albatross around his neck. But Steve Coogan says the character he originally brought to life for 1991 radio show On The Hour - a spoof current affairs series hosted by the fictional Partridge - eventually felt like an albatross around his neck Coogan's career defining character earned him no less than six awards - the most recent coming in 2017 at the TV BAFTA s, where Alan Partridge's Scissored Isle secured Best Male Comedy Performance for the actor.
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