The part of Mike in The Young Ones (1982) was written for him, but he dropped out due to disagreements with the producer, Paul Jackson.
Comedy partner of Nigel Planer. Both he and Nigel worked at Peter's
parents summer camp.
Both of his sons have appeared in Stella Street (2004). His son Jack worked as a Gaffer and had a part as a Supermarket Employee, and his son Red was part of a Tour Party visiting Al Pacino's house.
Father of: Alice Richardson, Red Richardson and Jack Richardson.