John Oliver is an English comedian, television host, political commentator, and actor raised in Bedford. In his early years as a performer Oliver was a member of the comedy troupe Cambridge Footlights. He later performed at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, co-hosted Political Animal, and did stand-up around New York City. His first film appearance was in the 2008 film The Love Guru. He also appeared in shows such as Mock the Week, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Community, and The Bugle before hosting his own Last Week Tonight with John Oliver.