British entertainer Asim Chaudhry wears many hats—as comedian, writer, director, rapper and actor—and is most celebrated for embodying Chabud “Chabuddy G” Gul in the BBC mock‑documentary series People Just Do Nothing, a programme he also co‑created. That portrayal brought him a Royal Television Society Award and garnered two nominations for British Academy Television Awards.
Ayesha Yousef Hazarika, titled Baroness Hazarika, works as a Scottish politician and political commentator, and she once served as a political adviser to senior Labour Party figures.
Bekka Bowling, a British stand‑up comic, actress and writer, earned second place at the Funny Women awards early in her career. She has performed in BBC programmes and secured a commission as a screenwriter. In addition, she worked alongside Charlie Brooker, helping to craft the Netflix series Black Mirror.
Joe Pasquale, performing under that moniker, is an English television presenter, actor, and comedian; his birthdate was August 20, 1961. His family history includes a unique detail: his grandfather immigrated to the UK after World War II, with the surname being inadvertently reversed due to an error on an immigration form. He attended Torrells Comprehensive School, experiencing a disruption to his education when he broke his leg at age 13, leading to him skipping a year of schooling. Pasquale left school at age 15 and worked in a variety of positions prior to beginning his entertainment career; these included employment at his father’s margarine factory, roles as a Greencoat and bingo caller at a Warner Holiday Camp in Lowestoft, and ultimately a position as an Entertainments Manager at another Warner Holiday Camp in Torquay. Pasquale’s comedy style is characterized by quick wit, familiar humor, and an unmistakable personality, often delivered with a distinctive voice. He began performing stand-up comedy over 30 years ago, and his performances are described as feel-good and light-hearted. Pasquale first achieved public attention when he was the runner-up on the television talent competition 'New Faces' in 1987. His career has included appearances in children's television shows and voicing characters in Hollywood movies such as 'Garfield: A Tale Of Two Kittens' and 'Horton Hears A Who!'. He provided a voice for the animated series 'Frankenstein’s Cat,' and featured in 'The Muppets 25th Anniversary Show.' Widely regarded as one of the UK’s most popular comedy entertainers, Pasquale continues to stage shows and make television appearances. Throughout his career, Pasquale has achieved significant milestones. Winning 'King Of The Jungle' during the 2004 season of 'I’m a Celebrity Get Me out Of Here!' demonstrated Pasquale’s popularity and physical abilities. He competed in the eighth season of 'Dancing on Ice' during 2013. He hosted the revived version of 'The Price Is Right' for ITV and has appeared in an ITV special called 'An Audience With Joe Pasquale.' His theatrical work includes roles in 'The Nerd' (1999), touring productions of 'Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead' (2004), 'The Producers' (2007), 'The Wizard Of Oz' (2010), 'Doctor In The House' (2012) and playing Frank Spencer in a touring production of 'Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em', most recently in 2022. The entertainer has appeared five times in Royal Variety Performances, plus as a guest on ‘Celebrity Mastermind’ and ‘Celebrity Chase’ on BBC. Additional television roles include ‘Sugar Free Farm,’ ‘The All New Monty: Who Bares Wins,’ a celebrity rendition of 'Total Wipeout,' and an effort to achieve a Guinness World Record for martial arts throws per minute; he is currently studying Geo Sciences at the Open University.
John Joseph Linehan, MBE, is an Irish performer best known for his drag‑queen persona May McFettridge. In that character he has become a long‑standing presence on local radio and television, and he regularly appears as a pantomime dame.
Jonny Pelham is a British stand‑up comic and writer who grew up in Undercliffe, West Yorkshire. He lived with the effects of popliteal pterygium syndrome and later endured two years of sexual abuse before enrolling at Newcastle University, where he first tried his hand at comedy. After collecting a handful of awards and staging several programmes at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, he began therapy, which led him to confront his trauma in the 2019 routine “Off Limits” and in a subsequent set on Live at the Apollo. The audience’s response triggered a mental‑health breakdown that he later examined in his 2023 Fringe piece “Optimism Over Despair”. Pelham has also acted in Bobby & Harriet Get Married, Late Bloomer, Brad Boyz, and hosted the documentary Let’s Talk: Child Sex Abuse.
Mike Winters, an English comedian who also worked as a musician, entrepreneur and author, acted as the straight‑man alongside his younger brother Bernie in the comedy duo Mike and Bernie Winters.
Born in 1984, Rachel Parris is an English entertainer who works as a comedian, musician, actress, and presenter. After attending Loughborough High School, Rachel Parris went on to study at Oxford University, graduating with a BA in Music from St Hilda’s College. She later completed a master’s degree at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. Her diverse background informs her multifaceted career, which encompasses both scripted and improvisational performance. Parris’s comedy style is characterized by its satirical edge and musicality. In 2019, Parris was nominated for a BAFTA Television Award for her hosting duties on the satirical news program Late Night Mash (previously known as The Mash Report). Rachel Parris has appeared performing stand-up comedy on Live at the Apollo, and she has also presented individual performances at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, including 'It's Fun To Pretend,' which became a nationwide tour in 2018/19. She is also known for her appearances as a panelist on various popular shows such as QI, I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue, Would I Lie to You?, and Mock the Week, demonstrating her quick wit and adaptability. She has made guest appearances on Have I Got News For You and Richard Herring’s Leicester Square Theatre Podcast, and Pappy's Flatshare Slamdown podcast. Beyond television and stand-up, Parris is a founding cast member of the award-winning improv group Austentatious, which won the Chortle Award for Best Character, Improv or Sketch Act in 2014. DVDs of Austentatious' live shows were released in 2015 and 2018. She has also appeared in television shows like Murder in Successville, The IT Crowd, Plebs, and Count Arthur Strong, and had a role in Apple TV+'s Trying. In 2022, she published Advice from Strangers: Everything I Know from People I Don't Know, which Richard Osman described as "Warm, witty and wise.” She recently released her first novel, Introducing Mrs Collins, a Pride and Prejudice spin-off, which has received praise from authors such as Richard Curtis and Janice Hallett. Currently, she is touring with 'THE RACHEL PARRIS SONGBOOK' through 2026-2027, continuing to engage audiences with her unique blend of comedy and music.
Born Relangi Venkata Ramayya, he became widely recognized simply as Relangi. A versatile figure in Indian entertainment, he acted, performed comedy and produced films, mainly within the Telugu film industry. In 1970 the government awarded him the Padma Shri for his services to Indian cinema. His fame rests on the witty facial gestures and punchy lines he delivered throughout the 1950s and 1960s. He formed a celebrated comic partnership with fellow actor Ramana Reddy.
Sarah Keyworth is an English stand‑up comic. Their comedy path began in 2012, and they went full‑time in 2018 after earning a Best Newcomer nomination at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards. Keyworth’s television appearances include Roast Battle, The Now Show, The Dog Ate My Homework, Mock the Week, 8 Out of 10 Cats and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown.
Tom Parry, later known as Tom Parry Wicks, is an English comedian, writer, podcaster and actor. He composes one‑third of the sketch‑and‑podcast troupe Pappy’s.
Victoria Claire McGlynn, known professionally as Vic McGlynn, formerly worked in England as a radio presenter, voice‑over artist and disc jockey, and has now transitioned to a career as a practicing nurse.
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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.
