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Until he was about to turn 40, Richard Osman was a TV executive with zero interest in getting in front of a camera.
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Richard Osman was a TV executive with zero interest in being on camera until age 40
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Alex Marshall
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News Article
Context Details
{
    "year": 2009,
    "person": "Richard Osman",
    "profession": "TV executive"
}
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Entertainment Television
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September 2, 2025 at 6:51 PM (1 week ago)
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September 2, 2025 at 6:51 PM (1 week ago)

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An Unlikely TV Star Who Knows What Britain Wants
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Richard Osman, a former TV executive, unexpectedly became a British star through his quiz show "Pointless." His debut novel, "The Thursday Murder Club," also achieved massive success, showcasing his understanding of British audiences.

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