Toni (Peep Show)
Toni is a former neighbor of Mark and Jeremy at Apollo House, portrayed by Elizabeth Marmur.
Names | Toni |
Gender | Female ♀ |
Race | Human |
Occupation | Telemarketer |
Origin | Peep Show Series 1 Episode 1: Warring Factions (September 19, 2003) |
Alignment | Mixed |
Age | 20s to 30s |
Created By | Andrew O'Connor, Jesse Armstrong, Sam Bain, David Mitchell, Robert Webb |
Personality Type | ENTP |
Appearance[edit | edit source]
Toni has a bold and confident demeanor that matches her striking appearance. She is often dressed in stylish, slightly bohemian outfits that reflect her free-spirited and assertive nature. Her hair and makeup are typically well-kept, highlighting her efforts to maintain an alluring and charismatic presence.
Personality[edit | edit source]
Toni’s personality is a mix of charm, volatility, and unpredictability. She is outspoken, opinionated, and not afraid to express herself, whether through her flirtatious interactions or confrontational tendencies. Her sexual liberation and self-assured attitude make her a magnetic yet divisive figure among those around her. Despite her confident exterior, Toni's impulsive actions and turbulent relationships hint at underlying insecurities and emotional complexity.
Her chaotic energy often leads to dramatic situations, from initiating romantic entanglements with Jeremy to attempting unconventional schemes, like her involvement in a pyramid scheme. While Toni’s unapologetic approach to life can make her captivating, it also brings conflict and instability, making her a memorable and multifaceted character.
Biography[edit | edit source]
Toni is the emotionally volatile next-door neighbor of Mark and Jeremy, who both find her attractive at different times during her tenancy. At the start of Series 1, she is separated from her husband, Tony, though they reconcile in Series 2 despite continuing to argue frequently.
Toni's father passed away when she was three years old. She grew up skiing regularly and has two sisters: Sal, who has cancer, and a half-sister, Paula, whom Jeremy briefly dated. Toni is outspoken, sexually liberated, and has casual sexual encounters with Jeremy on several occasions. Early in the series, she is involved in a pyramid scheme selling cleaning products. By the end of Series 2, she is working as a supervisor at a call center, where she pressures Jeremy into having an affair with her while he is married to Nancy.
Toni also has a chaotic streak, admitting to once setting fire to Hampton Court Maze ("Warring Factions").