Russell Kane

Russell Kane is a multi-award-winning comedian and presenter who has become one of the most recognisable voices in British entertainment. A four-time nominee at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards, he secured the prestigious Best Comedy Show title for Smokescreens and Castles. His creative range extends to the theatrical, notably evidenced by his critically acclaimed Fakespeare series, including The Tragickal Savings of King Nigel, which reimaged modern Essex life through traditional Shakespearean verse. His broadcasting career is defined by North American and UK success, most notably through his flagship BBC Sounds podcast, Evil Genius, which stands as a record-breaking original programme for the platform. This success led to a televised adaptation of the show on Sky History in 2023. His versatile television portfolio includes long-standing appearances on Live At The Apollo, The One Show, and Steph’s Packed Lunch, alongside his viral Kaneings series which offers a humorous take on current affairs to a massive online audience. Beyond comedy, Russell explores deeper social themes in projects like his Man Baggage podcast, where he facilitates honest discussions on masculinity and emotional health. He is frequently booked for his high-energy delivery and unique ability to blend sharp cultural observations with authentic audience engagement. On stage, Russell Kane is best known for talks on Comedy, Motivational Speaking 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 Comedy and Entertainment, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Russell Kane 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, Russell Kane 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 Kane would approach your audience.