Xand van Tulleken
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- August 18, 1978 in UK
- Active Years
- 1964–2023 (60 Years)
- Total Credits
- 24 credits in database
Biography
Topic: Xand van Tulleken (Acting).
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Name: Alexander Gerald van Hoogenhouck-Tulleken (also Alexander 'Dr Xand' van Tulleken or Alexander "Xand" van Tulleken).
Birthdate: 18 August 1978.
Nationality/Origin: British.
Professions: Doctor, physician, TV presenter, broadcaster, public intellectual, writer, public health specialist.
Specialisms: Public and global health, infectious diseases, humanitarian aid, medical anthropology.
Brother: Christoffer 'Dr Chris' van Tulleken (identical twin).
Known for: Presenting the children's TV series "Operation Ouch!", hosting programmes on diet and binge drinking.
Acting/Credits: Known for acting. Credits include: The Twinstitute (2019), Dr Xand's Con or Cure (2023), and 8 Out of 10 Cats (2005).
Alexander Gerald van Hoogenhouck-Tulleken, also known as Alexander 'Dr Xand' van Tulleken, is a British doctor, television presenter, broadcaster, and public intellectual born on 18 August 1978. He is a physician and public health specialist with expertise in infectious diseases, humanitarian aid, and medical anthropology. Along with his identical twin brother, Christoffer 'Dr Chris' van Tulleken, he is best known for presenting the children's TV series Operation Ouch! and has hosted programmes regarding issues such as diet and binge drinking. His work includes writing and acting credits for The Twinstitute (2019), Dr Xand's Con or Cure (2023), and 8 Out of 10 Cats (2005).
"Alexander Gerald van Hoogenhouck-Tulleken, also known as Alexander 'Dr Xand' van Tulleken, is
Career overview
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Name: Alexander Gerald van Hoogenhouck-Tulleken (also Alexander 'Dr Xand' van Tulleken or Alexander "Xand" van Tulleken).
Born: 18 August 1978.
Nationality/Origin: British.
Professions: Doctor (physician), TV presenter, broadcaster, public intellectual, writer, public health specialist.
Specialisms: Public and global health, infectious diseases, humanitarian aid, and medical anthropology.
Brother: Christoffer 'Dr Chris' van Tulleken (identical twin).
Known for: Presenting the children's TV series "Operation Ouch!" with his brother.
Other programs/topics: Hosted programmes on diet and binge drinking.
Acting/Credits/Writing:
Known for: The Twinstitute (2019), Dr Xand's Con or Cure (2023), 8 Out of 10 Cats (2005).
TMDB lists "Acting" as a known category.
IMDb lists him as a writer for The Twinstitute.
Paragraph 1: Identity and Background.
Alexander Gerald van Hoogenhouck-Tulleken, also known as Alexander Xand van Tulleken or Dr Xand, is a British doctor, television presenter, broadcaster, and public intellectual. Born on 18 August 1978, he is a physician and public health specialist with expertise in infectious diseases, humanitarian aid, and medical anthropology. He specializes in public and global health.
Paragraph 2: Career Highlights.
Alongside his identical twin brother, Christoffer Dr Chris van Tulleken, he is best known for presenting the children's television series Operation Ouch. The brothers have hosted various programmes covering topics such as diet and binge drinking. His professional credits include work on 8 Out of 10 Cats in 2005.
Paragraph 3: Writing and Other Works.
Van Tulleken is also recognized as a writer. His known credits include The Twinstitute in 2019 and Dr Xand's Con or Cure in 2023.
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Alexander Gerald van Hoogenhouck-Tulleken, also known as Alexander Xand van Tulleken or Dr Xand, is a British doctor, television presenter, broadcaster, and public intellectual. Born on 18 August 1978, he is a physician and public health specialist with expertise in infectious diseases, humanitarian aid, and medical anthropology. He maintains a specialism in public and global health.
Alongside his identical twin brother, Christoffer Dr Chris van Tulleken, he is best known for presenting the children's television series Operation Ouch. The brothers have hosted a range of programmes on various issues, including diet and binge drinking. His professional credits include work on 8 Out of 10 Cats in 2005.
Van Tulleken is also recognized as a writer. His known credits include the 2019 work The Twinstitute and Dr Xand's Con or Cure in 2023.
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Frequent co-stars
Career timeline
Full Filmography
24 titles- Horizon (1964) as Self - Presenter
- Horizon (1964) as Presenter
- The One Show (2006) as Self
- Horrible Histories (2009)
- The Last Leg (2013) as Self
- 8 Out of 10 Cats (2005) as Self
- Question Time (1979) as Self - Panellist
- Would I Lie to You? (2007) as Self
- Celebrity Antiques Road Trip (2011) as Self - Participant
- Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg (2022) as Self – Doctor and Broadcaster
- Who Do You Think You Are? (2004)
- Richard Osman's House of Games (2017) as Self - Contestant
- The Weakest Link (2021) as Self - Contestant
- Michael McIntyre's The Wheel (2020) as Self - Expert
- Morning Live (2020) as Self
- The Hit List (2019) as Self - Contestant
- Operation Ouch! (2012) as Himself - Presenter
- The Vikings (2023) as Self
- The Human Body: Secrets of Your Life Revealed (2017) as Self
- Tsunami (2021) as Self - Presenter
- The Great Plague (2020) as Presenter
- How to Lose Weight Well (2016)
- HealthCheck UK Live (2020)
- Expedition Volcano (2017) as Himself - Presenter
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Xand van Tulleken best known for?
Xand van Tulleken is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Alexander (2004), Alexander (2004), The One Show (2006), Horrible Histories (2009).
When and where was Xand van Tulleken born?
Xand van Tulleken was born on August 18, 1978 in UK.
How many credits does Xand van Tulleken have?
Xand van Tulleken has accumulated over 24 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1964 to 2023.
What is Xand van Tulleken's background in cinema and television?
Topic: Xand van Tulleken (Acting). Goal: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile. Constraints: Use ONLY provided facts. No inventions. No markdown/asterisks/headings/bullets. Plain text only. Neutral, encyclopedic prose. Word count target: 90-130 words. Name: Alexander Gerald van Hoogenhouck-Tulleken (also Alexand...
Xand van Tulleken by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Horrible Histories (2009) — aged about 30
- Would I Lie to You? (2007) as Self — aged about 28
- Horizon (1964) as Self - Presenter — aged about 14
- Horizon (1964) as Presenter — aged about 14
- 8 Out of 10 Cats (2005) as Self — aged about 26
- Who Do You Think You Are? (2004) — aged about 25
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