Renowned stand-up comedian Jon Richardson recently stunned his fan base by revealing his departure from the comedy scene to embark on a new professional journey. Widely recognized for his appearances on Channel 4 programs such as 8 Out Of 10 Cats, Meet The Richardsons, and Celebrity Gogglebox alongside his former spouse Lucy Beaumont, the 42-year-old entertainer declared his decision to bid adieu to comedy and delve into a vocation he had contemplated as a teenager.
In a candid Instagram video, Jon shared with his followers his contemplation on a diary entry from 1997, which expressed his aspiration to become a stand-up comic, acknowledging a probable career path as a teacher. After reflecting on this long-forgotten ambition, he disclosed his introspective decision to explore the road not taken.
Expressing his gratitude for his tenure as a comedian, Jon expressed his desire to pursue the alternate trajectory, confirming his transition to a teaching position after undergoing training. The unexpected announcement garnered overwhelming support from fellow comedians, with personalities such as Romesh Ranganathan and Aisling Bea expressing their excitement and confidence in Jon’s new endeavor.
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This significant professional shift follows Jon’s separation from Lucy Beaumont last year after a nine-year marriage. The former couple, who gained substantial recognition following the launch of Meet The Richardsons in 2020, released a joint statement emphasizing their commitment to managing the transition for their daughter, Elsie, and requesting privacy during this sensitive period.
In addition to the personal adjustments, Jon reportedly compensated Lucy with a £1.625 million payout for her shares in their jointly directed company, marking the conclusion of both their personal and business partnership, which had accrued a £6 million fortune.