Kevin O'Loughlin is a Scottish actor and comedian, known for his roles in ''The Ginge, the Geordie and the Geek'', ''

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'' and '' Bob Servant, Independent''.

Career

O'Loughlin trained at the

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(RSAMD). Whilst training, he starred in numerous productions including ''

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'', ''

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'' and ''

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''. Since graduating, O'Loughlin has appeared on a number of popular television programmes including ''

'', ''

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''. He also appeared in 2 episodes of the popular comedy sitcom '' Bob Servant, Independent'' as a police inspector who is constantly irritated by Servant and his whacky ideas. He gained popularity for his role in the

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sketch show ''The Ginge, the Geordie and the Geek'' along with Paul Charlton and Graeme Rooney.

Television

*''

'' (2010) as Scott Clarkson *''

'' (2011) as Dan *'' Bob Servant'' (2013) as Police inspector *'' Waterloo Road'' (2013) as Sol *''The Ginge, the Geordie and the Geek'' (2013) as the Geek (various) *'' Blandings'' (2014) as Binstead *'' Lovesick'' (2014) as Charlie

References

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