Phil Lester was born in Rawtenstall, Lancashire, England on January 30, 1987. He is a graduate of the University of York with a degree in English Language and Linguistics. His post graduate work was done at the same university in the Department of Theatre, Film and television, for a Master of Arts in Video Postproduction (specializing in Visual Effects). He and his best friend Phil Lester moved to London in 2012. Together they have become successful YouTube entertainers and authors. Their work includes the bestsellers The Amazing Book Is Not on Fire: The World of Dan and Phil, and Dan and Phil Go Outside.