Clara Amfo

Clara Amfo is a highly influential broadcaster and cultural commentator, recognised as a primary voice for music and entertainment on BBC Radio 1. She rose to prominence hosting the weekday mid-morning show, home to the internationally acclaimed Live Lounge, before taking over the prestigious Future Sounds programme. Her career began as an intern at Kiss FM before she transitioned to host the 1Xtra breakfast show and multiple programmes for MTV. Her expertise as an interviewer is unparalleled, having conducted high-profile conversations with global icons such as Drake, Britney Spears, and Spike Lee. Her television presence is equally formidable, including hosting coverage for the BRIT Awards, the MOBOs, and the Baftas, alongside being a central member of the BBC Glastonbury presenting team. Beyond music, she has demonstrated her range through the 1Xtra documentary Deeper than Skin and her critical analysis of celebrity culture for Artsnight. This versatility extending to mainstream entertainment has seen her compete in Strictly Come Dancing and appear on programmes such as Celebrity Masterchef and The One Show. In addition to her broadcasting work, she currently hosts the podcast Fashioned, which examines the historical links between clothing and significant social movements including civil rights. Clara’s impact on British culture was celebrated in 2021 when she was honoured as a Barbie Shero doll for International Women's Day. She has been further recognised with the Special Recognition Award at Stylist’s Remarkable Women Awards and serves as a prominent ambassador for Pantene’s Gold Series. Clients seek her out for her incredible charisma, authoritative knowledge of the media landscape, and her ability to engage diverse audiences with professional ease. On stage, Clara Amfo is best known for talks on Music, Media, Cultural Commentary and Interviews. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Entertainment and Media & Broadcasting, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Clara Amfo is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer and Awards Hosts, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Clara Amfo travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Clara Amfo would approach your audience.