Scott Dobson, an English art educator who also served as a critic and author, left a lasting mark with his output, which played a significant role in shaping the cultural landscape of North East England.
Rob Hoey pursues a career as a musician, actor, writer and comedian, gaining the most recognition as the lead vocalist of his present group Limb and as the guitarist who established the band Multi Purpose Chemical.
Roger De Courcey, a British ventriloquist and artists' agent, is most renowned for his routine with Nookie Bear. In 1976 he secured the grand‑final win on the televised talent competition New Faces.
Sanjeev Singh Kohli, a Scottish performer who works as an actor, comedian and author, is most recognised for playing shopkeeper Navid Harrid in the BBC comedy series Still Game, for voicing Ramesh Majhu in the radio comedy Fags, Mags and Bags (2005–2007), and for portraying AJ Jandhu in the BBC Scotland soap River City from 2015 until 2022. Beginning in 2019, he has presented his own TV talk programme, Sanjeev Kohli's Big Talk, broadcast on the BBC Scotland channel.
Sara Patricia Pascoe, an English comedian, actress, presenter and writer, has featured on TV shows such as Channel 4’s 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and Taskmaster, and BBC Two’s QI.
Seán Crummey, hailing from Belfast, made his mark as a playwright, actor and comic impressionist. He is best remembered for creating and providing the male voice‑over for The Folks on the Hill, a wildly popular series that launched in 2001 and continued for more than a decade, delivering seventeen installments across radio and animated television. Owing to its extended run and wide appeal, many regard the programme as one of BBC Northern Ireland’s greatest successes.
Sean Christopher Walsh, born on December 2, 1985, is an English stand-up comedian and actor. He originates from Camden, London, and spent his childhood in Lewisham before moving to Brighton. Walsh’s journey into comedy began after attending a stand-up club at age 17, inspiring him to pursue it seriously. Before committing fully, he held jobs at the Round Hill pub and TK Maxx, and also attended a comedy course run by Jill Edwards in 2006. He performed his first gig in November 2006 and quickly gained momentum, becoming the resident host of the 'Comic Boom' comedy night at Komedia. Walsh’s comedic style is often described as charming, charismatic, and observational, with critics noting comparisons to Dylan Moran and describing him as the best observational comic of his generation. He draws on everyday experiences, such as reminiscing about fixing video tapes, to create relatable and humorous routines. His early recognition included winning the Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year award in 2009 and the Chortle Best Newcomer award in the same year. Amos on tour during 2008/09 and 2009/10, and participated in the 'So You Think You're Funny' competition at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2008. Despite experiencing a panic attack on stage during his first solo show in 2009, he has since returned to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival eight times by 2018, establishing himself as a regular performer. Seann Walsh’s television appearances include three appearances on 'Live at the Apollo', Michael McIntyre's 'Comedy Roadshow', and a role as team captain for four series of 'Virtually Famous' between 2014 and 2017. He hosted 'Seann Walsh World' in 2013, and 'Seann Walsh's Late Night Comedy Spectacular' in 2013 and 2014. In 2019, he co-hosted ten episodes of the Netflix game show 'Flinch'. He has toured the UK and Ireland with stand-up shows since 2012, performing at festivals like Reading and Leeds in 2010. His performances are frequently described as energetic and filled with laughter. Get Me Out of Here!' in 2022, and twelfth in 'I'm a Celebrity... South Africa' in 2023. The Sunday Times has suggested he may soon be playing stadium tours, reflecting his growing popularity and stage presence.
Born in Gujarat, Shahabuddin Rathod has built a career as a scholar, instructor and comedic author, and in 2020 he was honored with the Padma Shri for his work in literature and education.
Born in England, Shaun Pye works as a comedian, actor, screenwriter and television producer. Alongside Harry Thompson he devised the animated sketch series Monkey Dust, and he portrayed Greg Lindley‑Jones in the sitcom Extras created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant. He also originated and wrote the series There She Goes.
Simon Tracey Brint, a UK musician, became most recognized as one half of the comedy pair Raw Sex alongside Rowland Rivron. He also wrote music for numerous British television comedy and drama programmes.
Simon Farnaby, hailing from England, wears many hats as an actor, comedian, writer and vocalist. He gained prominence through his collaborations with the Them There troupe, contributing both scripts and performances to titles such as the sketch series Horrible Histories, the fantasy‑comedy Yonderland, the supernatural sitcom Ghosts, and has also penned material for movies.
Siobhan Redmond, a Scottish actress, has performed with the Royal Shakespeare Company and has taken on a variety of roles across stage, audio, film and television, notably playing Anne Marie in Two Doors Down.
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The United Kingdom has a long and influential comedy tradition, producing comedians who have become popular not only across Britain but around the world. From stand-up comedians and comedy actors to television personalities, writers and performers, British comedy covers a huge range of styles and formats.
At GiggleTime, we bring together profiles of British comedians, UK comedians, comedy actors and other personalities connected to the world of comedy and entertainment. Browse the profiles above to discover more about their careers, performances and contributions to the British comedy scene.
Stand-up comedy is an important part of the British comedy scene, with comedians performing everywhere from dedicated comedy clubs and theatres to festivals, pubs and large entertainment venues.
British stand-up covers a wide variety of styles. Some comedians focus on observational comedy and everyday experiences, while others explore storytelling, satire, political and social subjects, absurd humour or personal experiences. The UK's comedy circuit has also provided a platform for many comedians who later became familiar faces on television, radio and streaming platforms.
London is one of the UK's major comedy hubs, but stand-up comedy can be found throughout the country, with active comedy scenes in cities including Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Bristol, Liverpool and many others.
The UK has produced generations of comedians who have become well known through television, film, radio, theatre and live comedy.
Some British comedians are best known for their stand-up performances, while others have built their careers through sitcoms, sketch shows, panel shows, comedy films or fictional characters. Many have also worked across several areas of entertainment, combining performing with writing, acting, presenting or producing.
British comedy has also had a significant international influence. UK comedians and comedy programmes have developed audiences around the world, while British comedy formats and styles have been adapted for audiences in other countries.
Television has played a major role in the development of modern British comedy. Sketch shows, sitcoms, panel shows, comedy series and satirical programmes have introduced generations of viewers to new comedians and performers.
British comedy can also be found across film, radio, podcasts and online platforms. Today, comedians can build audiences through YouTube, social media, podcasts and streaming services alongside traditional television and live performances.
This combination of traditional and digital media has created opportunities for both established comedians and emerging performers to reach audiences across the UK and beyond.
Explore our collection of British comedians and comedy personalities above and discover performers from different generations and areas of the UK comedy scene.
You can use the search feature to find a particular comedian or browse the directory to discover new names. Individual profiles may include biographical information, career details, performances, photographs and other interesting facts.
Whether you are looking for British stand-up comedians, famous UK comedians, comedy actors, television comedians or emerging comedy talent, GiggleTime makes it easy to discover more comedians from the United Kingdom.
The directory continues to grow as new comedians and comedy personalities are added.
