About Mick Miller
Michael Lawton (born 25 February 1950), known professionally as Mick Miller, is an English stand-up comedian with a long career on the live comedy circuit, recognisable for his trademark haircut of a bald head with long hair down the sides. Born in Liverpool, he first aspired to be a footballer, signing for Port Vale as a goalkeeper and working as a crane driver during his time as a semi-professional player. He became interested in stand-up comedy while performing at Pontins, later moving to the north of England and the club circuit. After winning his heat on the talent show New Faces, he was signed to support Chuck Berry on tour. He was a regular on the 1970s stand-up show The Comedians, and his other television appearances include Ideal, Peter Kay's Car Share and Last Laugh in Vegas. He performed at the 2025 Royal Variety Performance.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Mick Miller's real name?
Mick Miller is the professional name of Michael Lawton, an English stand-up comedian born in Liverpool on 25 February 1950.
Was Mick Miller a footballer?
Before comedy he wanted to be a footballer and signed for Port Vale as a goalkeeper, working as a crane driver while playing semi-professionally.
How did Mick Miller get into stand-up?
Miller became interested in stand-up comedy while performing at Pontins and later moved to the north of England to work the club circuit.
What happened after Mick Miller won New Faces?
After winning his heat on the talent show New Faces, Mick Miller was signed to support Chuck Berry on tour.
What TV shows has Mick Miller been on?
He was a regular on The Comedians in the 1970s, and his other television appearances include Ideal, Peter Kay's Car Share and Last Laugh in Vegas.
Did Mick Miller perform at the Royal Variety Performance?
Yes, Mick Miller performed at the 2025 Royal Variety Performance, adding to a long career on the live comedy circuit.
What is Mick Miller's trademark look?
Mick Miller is recognisable for his trademark haircut: a bald head with long hair down the sides.
