Steve Pemberton Biography: Age, Partner, Kids, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Movies & TV Shows

Steven James Pemberton, known professionally as Steve Pemberton, is a highly acclaimed British actor, comedian, screenwriter, and director. He is best known as a founding member of the influential comedy troupe The League of Gentlemen and as co-creator and star of the award-winning dark comedy anthology series Inside No. 9.

With a career spanning theatre, television, and film, Pemberton has earned critical praise for his versatility, character acting, and sharp writing, particularly in horror-comedy and psychological drama.

Steve Pemberton
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Steven James Pemberton
Stage Name:	Steve Pemberton
Born:	01 September 1967 (age 58 years old)
Place of Birth:	Blackburn, Lancashire, England, UK
Nationality:	British
Height:	1.75 m
Parents:	Margaret Pemberton and Mr. Pemberton
Relationship:	Dating
Children:	Lucas Pemberton, Madeleine Pemberton, Adam Pemberton
Occupation:	Actor, comedian, screenwriter, director
Net Worth:	$4 million

Early Life and Education

Steven James Pemberton was born on 01 September 1967 in Blackburn, Lancashire, England, UK, to Margaret Pemberton and Mr. Pemberton. Siblings are unknown.

He attended St. Mary’s College in Blackburn and graduated from Bretton Hall College of Education in 1989 with a BA Hons in Theatre Arts. His ethnicity is Caucasian and he is non-religious/secular.

Career

Steven James Pemberton began his career in the early 1990s after graduating from Bretton Hall College, initially working in theatre before co-founding the comedy group The League of Gentlemen with Mark Gatiss, Reece Shearsmith, and Jeremy Dyson. The troupe achieved massive success with their stage shows and the BBC television series The League of Gentlemen (1999–2002), which won a BAFTA and cult status for its dark, surreal humor.

Pemberton also gained recognition for his role as Edward “Eddie” Hitler in the sitcom Bottom alongside Rik Mayall and Adrian Edmondson.

His major achievements include co-creating and starring in the long-running anthology series Inside No. 9 (2014–present), which has received widespread critical acclaim and multiple awards for its innovative storytelling and dark comedy. He has delivered memorable performances in series such as Whitechapel, Doctor Who, Sherlock, and The Crimson Petal and the White, while also writing and directing several episodes of his own projects.

Pemberton has successfully balanced acting with screenwriting throughout his career.

Later in his career, Steve Pemberton has continued to earn acclaim for his work on Inside No. 9 and various stage productions. His contributions to British comedy and drama have left a significant legacy, particularly in elevating intelligent, character-driven horror-comedy and anthology television.

Social Media

• Twitter Handle: @SPemberton7

Personal Life

Steve Pemberton is in a long-term relationship with Alison Rowles, with whom he shares three children: son Lucas Pemberton, daughter Madeleine Pemberton, and son Adam Pemberton. The couple is not legally married.

He maintains a relatively private personal life in North London, focusing on family while continuing his creative work.

Filmography

• The League of Gentlemen (1999–2017)
• Bottom (1991–1995)
• Whitechapel (2009–2013)
• Inside No. 9 (2014–present)
• Doctor Who (2014)
• Sherlock (2012)

Net Worth

Steve Pemberton has an estimated net worth of approximately $4 million. His primary income sources stem from his long-running work on Inside No. 9 as co-creator, writer, and actor, alongside royalties from The League of Gentlemen, television roles, and stage productions.