Eddie Izzard posted about meeting Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page, “Met Jimmy Page in London today, at the bottom of Wardour Street. Had a wonderful chat with him about the late great Jeff Beck. Their amazing guitar improvisations inspired many to try to follow in their footsteps.’
British comedian and actor Eddie Izzard, renowned for her surreal, stream-of-consciousness stand-up comedy, has been a prominent figure in entertainment since the early 1990s. Born on February 7, 1962, in Aden, Yemen, Izzard’s career spans numerous acclaimed comedy tours, including “Live at the Ambassadors” (1993), “Definite Article” (1996), and “Dress to Kill” (1998), the latter earning her two Primetime Emmy Awards.
In 1985, Izzard publicly came out as transgender, a decision she described as “not easy” at the time. Over the years, she has openly discussed her gender identity, identifying as both transgender and gender-fluid. In 2020, she announced her preference for she/her pronouns, stating her desire to be “based in girl mode from now on.”
In March 2023, Izzard revealed that she would also be going by the name “Suzy,” a name she had wanted to use since she was 10 years old. She stated, “I’m going to be Suzy Eddie Izzard. That’s how I’m going to roll, so people can choose what they want. They can’t make a mistake, they can’t go wrong.”
Beyond her comedy career, Izzard has been active in politics, particularly with the UK’s Labour Party. She has made multiple attempts to become a Labour parliamentary candidate, including bids for Sheffield Central in 2022 and Brighton Pavilion in 2023, though she was not selected in the members’ ballots.
Izzard’s openness about her gender identity and her advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights have made her a significant figure in promoting acceptance and understanding. Her journey reflects a commitment to authenticity, both in her personal life and her public endeavors.
