Studied Dutch language and literature at the University of Amsterdam
and graduated in 1985.
Was a 'Zwarte Piet' in the annual 'Sinterklaasviering', a Dutch/Belgian
tradition. When quitting he cited he was in fear for activists that are against 'Black Pete'.
Besides television he has been doing a lot of theater, with Diederik
van Vleuten, Margot Ros, musicgroup V.O.F. De Kunst and solo.
Plays cricket.
Well known for his imitations of famous people, which he did/does in
shows like "Kopspijkers" (1996), "Studio Spaan" (1999) and his own
cabaret shows with Diederik van Vleuten.