Cliff Parisi, best known for playing Fred Buckle in BBC One's Call The Midwife, has launched a luxury skincare line for men called Manley and Moosh. The actor, who also played Minty in EastEnders, said the idea came to him in a dream while learning his lines for Call The Midwife.
Parisi, 64, began his career as a stand-up comedian in 1982 before moving into acting. His first TV role was in the 1989 film Queen of Hearts, followed by appearances in The Bill and EastEnders. He has been married to BBC producer Tara Wyer since 2010, and the couple have a son named Arthur. Parisi also has three children from previous relationships: Mandy, Dean and Jack.
In 2024, Parisi joined a campaign to save the Queens Head pub in Littlebury, Essex, from closure. He pledged to invest in the plan and even offered to cook in the kitchen occasionally. However, the campaign was ultimately unsuccessful.
