Biography: Son of a crayfisherman, turned to the performing arts after training as a teacher in physical education and time as a crayfisherman. Professional dancer for 9 years, in Australia and New Zealand..including Limbs Dance Co. and Black Grace Dance Co. Two years as company actor with the Mercury Theatre company in Auckland NZ.

Twelve years as a freelance actor with numerous stage, film and television roles, working with people such as Michael Hurst, Lucy lawless, Kevin Smith. Three years talk back radio host as half of the comedy duo called "Des & Les" with life long friend Alan Reid.