Mark Little started comedy on Melbourne's fledgeling scene in the 1980s, and in 1988 joined the cast of Neighbours as Joe Mangel, playing the role for three years. It boosted his profile in the UK, allowing him to move here soon afterwards. His TV roles have included hosting The Big Breakfast after Chris Evans left. On stage he is best known for the one-man show Defending the Caveman, which won an Olivier Award in 2000. Little returned to Neighbours as Joe for a brief period in 2005.