Sir Lenny Henry

Sir Lenny Henry is one of the most versatile and celebrated figures in British entertainment. Since his breakthrough on the talent series New Faces, he has evolved from a pioneering sketch comic on programmes like Three of a Kind and Chef into a highly respected dramatic actor. His stage work has earned critical acclaim in productions of Othello, Educating Rita, and King Hedley II, while his screen presence remains a constant with roles in Doctor Who, Broadchurch, and The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Beyond his performance career, he is a co-founder of Comic Relief and has dedicated decades to charitable work and social advocacy. A committed campaigner for representation, Sir Lenny has used his platform to address racial inequality within the media. He holds a PhD on the subject and has authored influential titles including Access All Areas: The Diversity Manifesto for TV and Beyond and Black British Lives Matter. His memoirs, Who am I, again? and Rising to the Surface, offer an honest reflection on his journey through the highs and lows of the industry while confronting the challenges of fame and systemic barriers. Audiences book Sir Lenny Henry for his unique ability to blend warm, engaging storytelling with deep expertise in equity and inclusion. He is widely sought after for his authority on cultural transformation and his captivating, professional delivery style. On stage, Sir Lenny Henry is best known for talks on Diversity & Inclusion. 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 Arts & Culture and Comedy, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Sir Lenny Henry is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer, After Dinner Speaker 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, Sir Lenny Henry 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 Sir Lenny Henry would approach your audience.