Inside Michael McIntyre's 'rocky' early romance with wife who has famous sister

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Michael McIntyre has been entertaining the masses for over a decade now. The funny man is one of the most popular stars on the UK comedy circuit and regularly appears on screen - and stages near you in sold out live shows.

Most recently, Michael, 48, has been hosting both the UK and US edition of his prime-time game show The Wheel. The comedian often speaks about his life in his stand-up routines but some might still be wondering what Michael gets up to off stage.From a 'rocky' early relationship which saw his grandma try to split Michael and his now-wife, to a home with all the luxuries you could ask for, here's a closer look.As reported by the Mirror, Michael started off on the local comedy circuit during his twenties and got his break after appearing on Live at the Apollo.

He starred on the BBC One show in 2007, 2008 and 2009 and saw his fan base expand overnight.Michael landed gigs on a number of comedy panel shows such as 'Mock The Week', 'Have I Got News For You', '8 Out of Ten Cats' and 'Would I Lie To You?'.He then focused more heavily on presenting gigs, hosting Michael McIntyre ’s Comedy Roadshow in 2009, Michael McIntyre Chat Show and most recently he has been the host of gameshow The Wheel.Years of stand-up and presenting roles followed, having even been invited to judge Britain’s Got Talent back in 2011, alongside Amanda Holden and David Hasselhoff.Michael has been candid about his relationship with his wife, aromatherapist Kitty Ward - who is often mentioned in his on-stage skits."She was the girl I had been looking for.

In the romantic comedy that was my life, this would have made a good ending," Michael wrote in his 2010 book, Life and Laughing. "We would fall happily ever after.