
Keynote speaker
Iain StirlingAward-Winning Scottish Comedian, Narrator and Television Presenter
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Headline£10k – £25k indicative · subject to negotiation
- Languages
- English
About Iain Stirling
Iain Stirling is an acclaimed Scottish comedian and broadcaster widely recognised as the signature voice behind the ITV hit Love Island. His sharp, satirical narration has become a defining feature of the programme in both the UK and the United States, earning him significant praise for his distinctive comedic delivery. A former law student at the University of Edinburgh, his rise in the industry began as a finalist in the Paramount Funniest Student and Chortle Student Comedian of the Year competitions, leading to the release of his first stand-up special, Failing Upwards, on Amazon Prime Video in 2022.
Beyond his work in reality television, he has established a diverse career across children's programming and mainstream entertainment. His work on the CBBC panel show The Dog Ate My Homework earned him a Children’s BAFTA for Best Presenter and a BAFTA Scotland Award. His extensive television credits include hosting the physical comedy challenge series CelebAbility for ITV2, alongside appearances on Russell Howard’s Good News, Drunk History and various BBC Radio 4 and Radio 5 Live programmes. Internationally, he is a seasoned performer on the global comedy festival circuit, known for his storytelling and observations on modern life.
Today, he remains at the forefront of British media as a versatile entertainer and writer. Audiences frequently book him for his natural charisma, quick-witted commentary and the high-energy presence that has made him one of the most recognisable voices in contemporary broadcasting.
On stage, Iain Stirling is best known for talks on Comedy, Entertainment, Television and Media. 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.
Iain Stirling 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, Iain Stirling 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 Iain Stirling would approach your audience.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Iain Stirling?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Iain's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Iain Stirling cost to book?
- Iain Stirling sits in our Headline fee tier (£10k – £25k 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 Iain Stirling speak on?
- Iain speaks on Comedy, Entertainment, Television, Media.
- What languages does Iain Stirling present in?
- Iain presents in English.
- Where is Iain Stirling based?
- Iain is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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