William James Smithย (born 8 June 1971) is an English stand-up comedian, screenwriter, novelist, actor and producer. He is the Emmy-winning creator and showrunner of theย Apple TV+ย drama thrillerย Slow Horsesย (2022โ). He is also known for being part of the writing team of theย BBCย sitcomย The Thick of Itย (2007โ2012) and its Americanย HBOย counterpartย Veepย (2012โ16). Additionally, he starred as Phil Smith in the former.ย
As co-writer and co-producer of theย HBOย sitcomย Veep, he was among the recipients of twoย Emmysย and twoย Writers Guild of America Awards, and has received nominations for theย Golden Globe Award for Best Television Series โ Musical or Comedyย and theย Producers Guild of America Award for Best Episodic Comedy.
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