Jimeoin

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Jimeoin McKeown, who goes under the name Jimeoin (b. January 24, 1966), is an English-born actor and stand-up comedian who made his name in Australia.

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[edit] Life and work

McKeown was born in Warwickshire, England and grew up in Portstewart, Northern Ireland. He went to Dominican College Portstewart. He moved to Australia at the age of 22, gaining work as a carpenter. He lives in Melbourne with wife Catherine Arena, and their three children.

He has starred in and co-written two Australian feature film comedies, The Craic (1999) and The Extra (2005), both co-starring his frequent sidekick Bob Franklin.

He had his own comedy television program, the eponymous Jimeoin (1994-95) which ran for three seasons.

He played 'Convict Griffin' in the sitcom Bligh (1992).

He is also known for his live comedy tours in Australia, New Zealand, Ireland and the UK.

[edit] Discography

[edit] CDs

  • Forklift Truck (1997)
  • Crack (1995) 2CD
  • Goin' Off (1993)

[edit] DVDs

  • The Jimeoin: All Over The Shop (2003)
  • Third Drawer Down (2004)

[edit] Filmography

[edit] Movies

[edit] Television

  • Good News Week (2008) — Himself
  • Thank God You're Here (2006-) - Himself
  • Jimeoin's Teatowel Tours: Northern Ireland (2001) — Himself. (also writer)
  • Jimeoin (1994-95) — Himself. (also writer)
  • Full Frontal (1993-97) - Guest Appearances (1993).
  • Bligh (1992) — Convict Griffin.
  • The Big Gig (1991) — Himself.

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