Robby (fanon biography)

Robert Brent Brighton OA GP*AC (born Robert Jürgen Belinsky; 1 March 1981) is a German-born British and Swiss actor, musician, podcaster, and philanthropist. He is the host of The Brighton Side, a podcast in which he discusses topics such as music, cartoons, shows, and writing. He is characterized by his intricate bass work in his music and his charismatic and flighty attitude showcased in his work. Brighton is the recipient of multiple accolades, including the AntMusic Award, the Pulse Award, and the BAFTA Award.

Brighton was born in Germany, and grew up in England with his mother and stepfather. They both encouraged Brighton's passion for acting, taking him to theatres and buying him video tapes of his favorite shows. He auditioned for a supporting role in a television show; after getting the role, he was sent to Switzerland where he and his family would take up residency. His first role was Robby, Pingu's sidekick in Pingu and Pingu in the City. Brighton built up a friendship with Pingu Winters, one of the most compact cartoon friendships in history.

Early life
Brighton was born Robert Jürgen Belinsky on 1 March 1981 in Nuremberg, West Germany to Jürgen Karl Belinsky and Flora (née Petrescu). His biological father is a former writer and journalist for Der Spiegel, while his mother is a Romanian immigrant who worked as a bookkeeper. A year into the relationship, Flora found Jürgen having an affair with another woman; distraught by the experience, she fled to the United Kingdom with all of her belongings and bought a house in London. It was in London when she met photographer and film producer Larry Brighton, and began to build a relationship with him, eventually marrying in 1984. They began to live in the borough of Hounslow for the first six months of their marriage, eventually moving to Stockton-on-Tees, where Robby spent his childhood.

Personal life
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