Jay Stansfield

Jay Stansfield is a British actor, born and raised in London. He is best known for his roles as Jez in the Channel 4 sitcom Peep Show and Neil Sutherland in the ITV drama series Scott & Bailey.
Stansfield began his acting career in the early 2000s, appearing in a number of small roles in television and film. He landed his breakthrough role in 2003, when he was cast as Jez in Peep Show. The show, which ran for nine seasons, follows the lives of two friends, Mark and Jeremy, as they navigate their twenties and thirties. Stansfield's portrayal of Jez, a lazy and cynical musician, was both hilarious and heartbreaking, and he quickly became a fan favorite.
In addition to Peep Show, Stansfield has appeared in a number of other notable television shows, including Ricky Gervais' sitcom Extras, the BBC drama series Luther, and the ITV drama series Scott & Bailey. He has also had roles in a number of films, including the 2010 comedy Four Lions and the 2013 drama Le Week-End.
Stansfield is a gifted actor with a unique talent for comedy. He is able to create complex and believable characters, and he always brings a touch of humor to his roles. He is one of the most underrated actors working in British television and film today.