“The funniest person I’ve ever seen” The Independent

Bulla first pleaded his innocence on national TV nearly 20 years ago. The 11 O’Clock Show’s violent offender launched Ricky’s TV career on a show that also paved the way for the likes of Ali G and Ricky Gervais.

Grover starred and co-wrote the film Big Fat Gypsy Gangster, played the part of Matron Hilary Loftus in the BAFTA award-winning medical 'docu-sitcom' Getting On, starred in Plebs, Red Dwarf and Black Books and stole the nation’s hearts with his portrayal of Heather’s love interest Andrew Cotton in EastEnders.

His first love, however, is the outlet that gave him his break – stand-up comedy.