Russell HowardAcclaimed International Stand-up Comedian and Television Presenter

Russell Howard stands as one of the most prominent figures in British comedy, commanding a global following of over nine million people on social media. Recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the premier comedians in the world, he is the creative force and star behind major television hits including ten seasons of Russell Howard’s Good News and six seasons of The Russell Howard Hour. His television portfolio further extends to the highly rated travelogue series Russell Howard & Mum: USA Road Trip and Globetrotters, alongside his long-standing role as a former regular panellist on Mock the Week. On the live stage, Howard has achieved record-breaking success, including a historic ten-night residency at the Royal Albert Hall during his Round the World tour, surpassing previous benchmarks set by Frank Sinatra. His most expansive international circuit, Respite, reached audiences in twenty-four countries across five continents, while his comedy special Recalibrate reached a global audience via Netflix. Beyond stand-up, he explores the lighter side of the human experience through his podcast Five Brilliant Things and has been recognised within the industry with accolades such as Best Compère at the Chortle Awards. Clients engage Howard for his vibrant energy and his well-earned reputation for delivering world-class entertainment that resonates with diverse, international audiences. On stage, Russell Howard is best known for talks on Comedy and Entertainment. 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. Russell Howard is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer and After Dinner Speaker, 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, Russell Howard 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 Russell Howard would approach your audience.