Cliff Parisi (born 24 May 1960) is a British actor of Italian descent, largely recognized for his performance as Rick 'Minty' Peterson in the BBC soap opera EastEnders. He is currently appearing in the BBC period drama Call the Midwife.

Parisi began his career in 1982 when he started touring the United Kingdom as a stand-up comedian. He continued working as a stand-up comedian for the next seven years before being offered a bit part in the film Queen of Hearts in 1989. Interested in taking up acting, Parisi changed his vocation and after a series of bit parts landed his first noticeable character: Lunchbox in the TV series Chancer. Parisi was then given bigger parts on television, most noticeably on the series Kavanagh QC, Bramwell and A Prince Among Men.

After finishing the former TV series, Parisi auditioned for what would be his most famous role: Minty Peterson in EastEnders. He was recommended for the part by close friend and EastEnders actor Steve McFadden. Since his inception into the soap opera in 2002 the public have seen his character Minty form a close friendship with Garry Hobbs (Ricky Groves) and evolve from a cold-hearted landlord to a hapless unlucky-in-love mechanic and then to finding love with established characters Heather Trott (Cheryl Fergison) and Manda Best (Josie Lawrence). He made his final appearance on 21 September 2010, ending eight years on the show.

In December 2010 he starred in the pantomime "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" at the New Victoria Theatre in Woking.

In 2012, Parisi filmed a guest role with Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks, playing the character of Walt. He also starred as a guest in the BBC drama Hustle, playing the character of Arnie.

Since 2012, Parisi has starred in the BBC period drama Call the Midwife, appearing as Fred.

Parisi appeared in the 5th and final series of the British sitcom Outnumbered, as concerned parent Ed Poll.

Personal life Parisi has four children; Mandy (born 1981), Dean (born 1987) and Jack (born 1992) were born from previous relationships. On 14 July 2009 Parisi announced that he and his girlfriend, BBC producer Tara Wyer, were expecting a baby together. Tara gave birth to Cliff's fourth child, a son named Arthur, on 28 December 2009. The couple first met in February 2009 before formally beginning a relationship in April and, since discovering the pregnancy, lived together in Parisi's home in Highgate, North London and plan to marry.

Cliff Parisi Actor - Date of Birth 24 May 1960, London, England, UK

Height 6' 0¾" (1.85 m)

Mini Bio (1) Cliff Parisi was born 24 May 1960 in London, England. He is an actor, known for EastEnders (1985), From Hell (2001) and Call the Midwife (2012). He has been married to Tara Wyer since May 22, 2010. They have two children.

Spouse (1) Tara Wyer (22 May 2010 - present) (2 children)

Began his career in show business as a stand-up comedian in 1982, regularly going on extensive UK tours.

Is a close friend of EastEnders (1985) co-star Steve McFadden.

His sporting interests include American football, boxing and skiing.

Is a talented musician who can play the guitar, drums and saxophone.

Can speak Greek fluently.

Is of Italian heritage.

Announced that his girlfriend, BBC production assistant Tara Wyer, is pregnant with his child (14 July 2009).

Has three children Mandy (b. 1981), Dean (b. 1987) and Jack (b. 1992) from a previous relationship.

Became a father for the 4th time at age 49 when his fiancée [now wife] Tara Wyer gave birth to their son Arthur Parisi on 28 December 2009.

His former EastEnders (1985) co-star Perry Fenwick is godfather to his son Arthur.

Ranked #70 in The 100 Greatest EastEnders (1985) Characters of All Time for his performance as Minty Peterson (2015).

Became a father for the 5th time at age 54 when his wife Tara Wyer gave birth to their son on 26 February 2015.

Is one of 12 regular EastEnders (1985) actors to have appeared on Call the Midwife (2012) either in a main or a guest starring role. The others are Lorraine Stanley, Lacey Turner, Jenna Russell, Kacey Ainsworth, Matilda Ziegler, Ted Reilly, Jasmyn Banks, Danny Walters, Lucy Speed, Kate Williams and Anita Dobson. Of these 12, Parisi is one of 8 actors to have appeared on Call the Midwife (2012) after appearing on EastEnders (1985).

Salary (1) EastEnders (1985) £220,000 (2006)