Biography

Son of jazz drummer, comedian, and impressionist Max Beesley Snr and jazz singer Chris Marlowe. Max is a British jazz and rock musician who has toured with George Michael, George Benson, Take That, and has also played with Jamiroquai.

His middle name, Gig, was inspired by the actor Gig Young.

Toured with singer Robbie Williams as part of his band (drummer).

Attended Chetham's School of Music in Manchester, UK. Almuni include pop musicians Omar and Mike Lindup.

Good friend of British pop star Robbie Williams.

Acting can be a difficult business. When I was younger, if my mates were doing better than me, I might be a little bit envious, but as I have got older, I love to see actors cracking on and succeeding. The same goes for writers.

I know plenty of people who do, who get their holidays paid for and in return have their photographs taken on the beach, but not me.

I'd be lying if I said Hollywood wasn't still an ambition; it's everyone's, isn't it? You're getting paid very well, you're working with great actors and great directors - who wouldn't want to be a part of that? But it's not going to break my heart if it doesn't happen. This business is about doing good work rather than how famous it makes you.

If directors, actors and writers have the ability to drop their alpha-male egos, you will always get better work. In terms of my own demands, I actually want fewer lines. If I can lose a line and do it with my face, I'd rather do that.

I've had a fantastic life so far; I'm lucky. I'd like the great role that changes everything, but at the moment, what's important is being happy in myself.