Jimmy Hibbert


James Christian Hibbert, better known as Jimmy Hibbert is an English writer, actor and voice actor known mainly for his work with the animation studio Cosgrove Hall Films.

Early life

James Christian Hibbert was born as the eldest of three children of author Christopher Hibbert and Susan Hibbert. His younger brother was the late music journalist Tom Hibbert.

Career

After studying drama at the University of Manchester, he met CP Lee and Bob Harding, and the three of them formed the band Alberto y Lost Trios Paranoias in 1972, with Hibbert on vocals and bass. The band called it a day in 1982, and Hibbert got his first voice acting role for the Milk Marketing Board, doing an impression of Ian Dury.

Television

He has made a few on-screen acting appearances on British TV programmes and films. These include:
His voice acting for animation includes:
He has written for cartoons, including:
In 1977, he appeared on stage at London's Royal Court Theatre and Roundhouse as part of the Albertos' musical play Sleak, playing the lead role of Norman Sleak.