A woman who worked in the wardrobe department on several of Stephen Fry's shows has revealed what the TV star is really like when the cameras stop rolling. She described him as "a perfect gentleman, a source of great gossip and an all round mensch".
Fry, who turns 69 today, first rose to fame in the 1980s through comedy partnerships and television roles like Blackadder and A Bit of Fry and Laurie. He is now known widely for his acting and comedy career, along with his mental health advocacy and literature.
He hosted the BBC comedy quiz show QI for 13 years, from the show's premiere in 2003 until his departure in 2016, presenting 180 episodes. Later in his career he appeared in Doctor Who, playing the MI6 head "C" in the 2020 episode "Spyfall".
Kind Gesture After Car Trouble
The wardrobe worker, who wrote on a Reddit thread, shared a personal anecdote about Fry's kindness. She said: "My daughter has worked in wardrobe on several shows of Stephen Fry's. She has said that he is a perfect gentleman, a source of great gossip and an all round mensch."
She added: "Her car broke down at work one evening, he brought her home in his taxi for which I was very grateful as she was young and starting out in the trade."
Fans Praise the Star
People couldn't help but smile after hearing the anecdote, with many praising the TV star, including others who have met him. One person said: "I was really hoping the top comment would say something like this. National treasure imo."
A second said: "Backstage people especially the wardrobe staff see artists in the raw if you excuse the pun. Actors and dancers who need an aspirin for a hangover or a shoulder to weep on always seem to gravitate to the wardrobe staff. It's home from home and the kettle is always on. Stephen Fry was always loved by the staff."
A third said: "I worked security on Doctor Who for many years. Stephen Fry was in Swansea doing an episode, he was the only one of the cast outside shaking hands and spending time with the fans while everyone else was inside hiding from them. Great guy."
A fourth added: "Had the pleasure of meeting Stephen at a charity do once. He was surprisingly down to earth, and VERY funny."
