Susan Elizabeth Perkins is an English actress, broadcaster, comedian, presenter and writer. Originally coming to prominence through her comedy partnership with Mel Giedroyc in Mel and Sue, she progressed into radio and television presenting, notably of The Great British Bake Off (2010–2016), Insert Name Here (2016–2019) and Just a Minute on BBC Radio 4.
Perkins was born on 22 September 1969 in Croydon, London, where she grew up with her two younger siblings, and her parents. Her father worked for a local car dealership and her mother was employed as a secretary. She was educated at Croham Hurst School, a nearby independent school for girls in South Croydon, at the same time as television presenter Susanna Reid.
She later studied English at New Hall (now Murray Edwards College) at the University of Cambridge, graduating in 1991 with a 2:2. While at Cambridge, she was a member of the Footlights, where she met Mel Giedroyc. She was Footlights president during the academic year 1990–91.
| Date of Birth | 22nd September 1969 |
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| Age | 55 Years |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Current City | Dulwich |
| Birth Place | Dulwich |
| Nationality | United Kingdom |
| Citizenship | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Education |
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| Murray Edwards College |
| Occupation | comedian, actor, screenwriter, manufacturer, television presenter, television announcer, writer |
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