Top comedian spotted working in London bakery leaving customers stunned – would you have spotted him?

Scottish Sun

08-05-2025

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SPOT THE STAR Top comedian spotted working in London bakery leaving customers stunned – would you have spotted him?
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CUSTOMERS in a London bakery were left stunned when a top comedian was spotted working there.
The star, who is also an actor, was seen mingling with locals as they did their shopping - but would you have spotted him?
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A top comedian was spotted working in a London bakery
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Can you spot the celebrity in the crowd?
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The star was seen at Coughlans Bakery in Beckenham
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The comedian in question is Romesh Ranganathan
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The star who was seen working in the local shop was comedian Romesh Ranganathan.
The funny man - who's best mate is Rob Beckett - was spotted helping out at the bakery.
With his baseball cap and hoodie on, he blended in with the crowd in the busy shop.
Romesh was seen selling delicious baked goods, as customers looked stunned that they were being served by him.
It's not a surprise that the actor was working at the Coughlans Bakery in Beckenham, as he actually co-owns part of the franchise.
The 87-year-old family run business owns multiple bakeries across South East London, Surrey, Kent and West Sussex
Previously talking about investing in Coughlans Bakery chain, Romesh told his followers: "This is something I've wanted to get involved in for a very long, long time."
He also said he was "absolutely buzzing" and it was "the partnership of the century".
BECOMING A STAR
Over the years Romesh has seen his star soar and go on to become a household name.
He has enjoyed sold out tours around the country, as well as landing top TV gigs.
Watch hilarious moment Romesh Ranganathan tells his mum off live on Parent's Evening - and in front of Mel B
However, prior to finding fame, Romesh originally worked as a maths teacher and was employed at an airline caterers.
After going into teaching he realised comedy was his true calling.
In 2016, the comedian embarked on his debut solo tour selling over 100,000 tickets, and was presented with the Ents24 Hardest Working Comedian Of The Year award.
Since then Romesh has appeared on an array of comedy panel shows in the UK and has even taken his career stateside.
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Romesh's career has soared over the years
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In 2018, the star embarked on a career in America with the launch of the series Just Another Immigrant on Showtime.
While in the US, Romesh also appeared on the James Corden Late Late Show, as well as The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
Following his stint across the pond, the comedian returned to America once more in 2023, with a sold-out show held at the iconic New York Town Hall.
In addition to comedy success, Romesh is a familiar face on screen.
Romesh is well known for starring in the popular BBC comedy King Gary.
He was also the host of the now axed show, A League of Their Own.