Tim VineMaster of Puns, One-Liners, and High-Speed Comedy

Tim Vine is a celebrated English comedian, actor, and writer, widely recognised for his distinct style of rapid-fire puns and prop-based comedy. A true veteran of the industry, he held the Guinness World Record for a decade after delivering 499 jokes in a single hour, with each required to provoke an audience laugh. His professional accolades include winning the Perrier Best Newcomer Award and multiple victories for the funniest joke at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, cementing his status as a comedy institution. Beyond the stand-up stage, Tim is well known for co-writing and starring in the hit BBC sitcom Not Going Out alongside Lee Mack, and for his work on The Sketch Show. His television presence extends to appearances on the Royal Variety Show, Live at the Apollo, QI, and Countdown. A versatile entertainer, he was part of the presenting team that launched Channel 5 and has authored several successful titles, including his Bumper Book of Silliness. Recently, Tim has continued to demonstrate his range through various acting and writing projects, building on his reputation as a prolific creator of stand-up specials. He remains a premier choice for events due to his relentless energy, incredible precision of delivery, and a comedic repertoire that appeals to a wide variety of corporate and public audiences. On stage, Tim Vine 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, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Tim Vine 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, Tim Vine 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 Tim Vine would approach your audience.