
Keynote speaker
Stephen BaileyVersatile Comedian, Television Presenter and LGBTQ+ Advocate
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Risingup to £5k indicative · subject to negotiation
- Languages
- English, French, Spanish
About Stephen Bailey
Stephen Bailey is a celebrated stand-up comedian and television presenter, widely recognised for his signature style of conversational, witty humour. A fixture of British entertainment, he has appeared on major programmes such as Live at the Apollo, Would I Lie To You and Richard Osman's House of Games. He has built a diverse portfolio as a host, leading popular formats including Celebs on the Farm, Date or Drop and Takeshi’s Castle, while also contributing regularly to shows like The Apprentice: You’re Fired and Strictly: It Takes Two.
Beyond his television work, he is a familiar voice on the radio, having guest-hosted for Virgin Radio and Absolute Radio. His creative versatility extends to podcasting, where he co-hosts Let's Talk About The Husband and Order in the Bedroom. Outside of performance, he holds a black belt in Tae-Kwon-Do, is a trained counsellor and possesses a command of both French and Spanish. He frequently supports high-profile comedy tours for household names like Katherine Ryan and Jason Manford.
As a prominent representative for working-class and LGBTQ+ voices in the media, he is often booked for his sharp improvisation and natural charisma. Audiences value his ability to combine playful sarcasm with a welcoming, high-energy presence that makes him an exceptional choice for hosting and live entertainment.
On stage, Stephen Bailey is best known for talks on Comedy, Entertainment and LGBTQ+ Representation. 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.
Stephen Bailey 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, Stephen Bailey travels internationally for engagements and can present in French and Spanish as well as English.
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 Stephen Bailey would approach your audience.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Stephen Bailey?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Stephen's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Stephen Bailey cost to book?
- Stephen Bailey sits in our Rising fee tier (up to £5k 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 Stephen Bailey speak on?
- Stephen speaks on Comedy, Entertainment, LGBTQ+ Representation.
- What languages does Stephen Bailey present in?
- Stephen presents in English, French, Spanish.
- Where is Stephen Bailey based?
- Stephen is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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