
Keynote speaker
Holly WalshDistinguished Comedy Writer, Stand-up Performer and Television Presenter
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Established£5k – £10k indicative · subject to negotiation
- Languages
- English
About Holly Walsh
Holly Walsh is a highly respected figure in British comedy, transitioning from her early days as a CBBC presenter to becoming an acclaimed writer and television regular. An Art History graduate, she refined her craft through a comedy writing course while working in a gallery. This foundation led to her writing for BBC Radio 4 and earning several nominations for prestigious new comedy awards, establishing her as a significant talent in the industry.
She is a familiar face on UK television screen, appearing on popular programmes including Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week, QI, 8 Out Of 10 Cats and Would I Lie to You?. Beyond her work in front of the camera, she has co-written the series Dead Boss with Sharon Horgan and created the celebrated parenting sitcom Motherland, alongside its spin-off Amandaland. Her career continues to span high-profile television writing and successful live performances.
Holly is frequently booked for her relaxed, conversational delivery and sharp observational wit. Her ability to blend intelligent humour with an approachable performing style makes her a compelling choice for audiences at festivals and corporate events worldwide.
On stage, Holly Walsh is best known for talks on Comedy, Television writing, Performance, Panel shows and Stand-up Comedy. 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 Comedy and Entertainment, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy.
Holly Walsh is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer and Presenter & Awards Host, 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, Holly Walsh 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 Holly Walsh would approach your audience.
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- How do I book Holly Walsh?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Holly's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Holly Walsh cost to book?
- Holly Walsh sits in our Established fee tier (£5k – £10k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
- What topics does Holly Walsh speak on?
- Holly speaks on Comedy, Television writing, Performance, Panel shows, Stand-up Comedy.
- What languages does Holly Walsh present in?
- Holly presents in English.
- Where is Holly Walsh based?
- Holly is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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