EDDIE IZZARD has forged a name for himself as one of Great Britain's most popular stand-up comics and has now started invading America with two sell-out Off-Broadway runs in 1996 and 1997 and a successful Broadway engagement in 1998. His film credits include the critically acclaimed role of Vladimir in "The Secret Agent" and Jerry Devine in Todd Haynes' upcoming feature "The Velvet Goldmine," starring Ewan McGregor.