Stephen Mangan, the latest guest on Desert Island Discs, revealed surprising details about his childhood and career in a recent episode with presenter Lauren Laverne. The actor confessed to playing Beauty in an infant production of Beauty and the Beast and seeing his time as a church altar boy as a chance to be in the spotlight. However, what really caught the attention of listeners was the announcement of his upcoming radio sitcom, The Island, set to premiere on Radio 4 on February 17th.
In The Island, Mangan’s character finds himself stranded on a deserted island with previous guests of the show, resulting in a comedic struggle for survival as rival gangs form. The series is set to be a humorous take on the popular concept of Desert Island Discs, featuring guest appearances from the likes of TV chef Nadiya Hussain and presenter Richard Madeley.
Mangan also opened up about his Irish immigrant background, his journey through drama school, and his decision to pursue acting instead of a career in law after caring for his mother during her battle with cancer. His successful career in television, including roles in shows like The Split and Adrian Mole – The Cappuccino Years, has been marked by his versatility as an actor.
Fans of Mangan and followers of Desert Island Discs are eagerly anticipating the premiere of The Island, which promises to be a hilarious and entertaining addition to the actor’s repertoire.
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