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Originally from Bury, Ralf had already had some success as a child actor, appearing in Sloggers and Sloggers 2 for CÂ鶹Éç and Children’s Ward for Children’s ITV.

Ralf had just begun studying for a medical degree when he won the role of Anthony - needless to say, he gave up his studies soon after.

After three successful series of The Royle Family, Ralf moved on to another comedy role, in .

Far from restricting himself to comedy, Ralf has also worked in presenting, film and theatre. He played New Order bass player, Peter Hook, in the film 24 Hour Party People and also acted alongside Charles Dale and Neil Morrisey in the Â鶹Éç drama, Paradise Heights.

He recently reprised his role as Jonny for a third series of .