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<h2>Early Life and Introduction to Entertainment</h2>
<p><a href="/biography/ricky-gervais">Ricky Dene Gervais</a>, born on June 25, 1961, in Reading, England, is an English <a href="/biography/ricky-gervais">comedian</a>, actor, and presenter. He began his career in media while working at the alternative radio station Xfm, where he met longtime collaborator Stephen Merchant. Their professional relationship would become pivotal in shaping modern British comedy.</p>

<h2>Collaboration with Stephen Merchant and the Rise of Podcasts</h2>
<p>Gervais and Merchant first partnered on various projects, eventually teaming up with <a href="/biography/karl-pilkington">producer</a> <a href="/biography/karl-pilkington">Karl Pilkington</a> for a Saturday night radio show. In 2005, the trio began releasing a series of free weekly podcasts that became hugely popular. During January and February 2006, their podcast consistently ranked as the number one podcast in the world and later expanded into a successful series of audiobooks.</p>

<h2>The Office and International Recognition</h2>
<p>Ricky Gervais is perhaps best known for creating and starring in the acclaimed comedy series <em>The Office</em>. The show, co-created with Stephen Merchant, became a groundbreaking success and was adapted for audiences around the world. <em>The Office</em> won the Golden Globe Award for Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy. Gervais also received a Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy for his role as <a href="/biography/ricky-gervais">David Brent</a>.</p>

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<h2>Further Television Successes</h2>
<p>Following the success of <em>The Office</em>, Gervais continued to produce and star in a series of notable television shows. These include <em>Extras</em>, <em>The Ricky Gervais Show</em>, <em>Life’s Too Short</em>, <em>An Idiot Abroad</em>, and <em><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Derek_(TV_series)">Derek</a></em>. His performance in <em>Extras</em> earned him a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series. More recently, he created, wrote, and starred in the Netflix original series <em>After Life</em>, which received critical acclaim for its blend of humor and emotional depth.</p>

<h2>Social Media and Animal Rights Advocacy</h2>
<p>Gervais is known for his active and influential presence on social media. He regularly uses platforms like Twitter to engage with fans, promote his work, and advocate for various causes. A prominent supporter of animal rights, Gervais frequently lends his voice and platform to raise awareness and support for related organizations and campaigns.</p>

<h2>Personal Life</h2>
<p>Ricky Gervais has been in a long-term relationship with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jane_Fallon">producer</a> and author <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jane_Fallon">Jane Fallon</a> since 1982. The couple has maintained a private yet enduring partnership throughout his career in the entertainment industry.</p>

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