Mark Dolan is a broadcaster, writer and comedian with more than 25 years of experience across television, radio and live performance. He began his career in stand-up comedy, developing the sharp timing and audience awareness that still define his work today. Early recognition came through Channel 4’s Comedy Lab, where he wrote and performed The Richard Taylor Interviews, before rising to national prominence as the host of Balls of Steel.
From there, Mark became a familiar face across major UK networks. He has fronted programmes for Channel 4, Channel 5, Sky Movies and E4, including The Mad Bad Ad Show alongside Mark Watson and Micky Flanagan, and documentary series such as The World’s … And Me. He also played a role in launching More4 as host of The Last Word, and has contributed voiceover work and entertainment formats across multiple platforms. His versatility has seen him appear on popular shows, including as a contestant on Let’s Dance for Comic Relief and The Jump, as well as winning the Celebrity Come Dine with Me Christmas Special.
Alongside television, Mark has built a strong presence in radio. He has hosted shows on Fubar Radio, Talkradio and GB News, where he fronted Mark Dolan Tonight and Friday Night Live. More recently, he has joined TalkTV as the host of Weekend Breakfast, while also leading The Mark Dolan Show on YouTube, which boasts 120,000+ subscribers, and co-hosting the Daily Expresso podcast for the Daily Express. His broadcasting style blends clarity, intelligence and humour, shaped by decades of live performance.
Mark’s extensive experience makes him a trusted choice for corporate events. For over two decades, he has hosted conferences, awards ceremonies and product launches for global brands including Apple, Samsung, Sony and Sky. He brings structure, energy and a natural rapport with audiences, adapting his tone to suit each brief. Known for being witty, charming and highly professional, Mark Dolan is hired by organisations looking for an event host who can elevate the atmosphere, connect with diverse audiences and ensure every moment runs smoothly.
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Mark Dolan received a five star rating across 15 events in 2025
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"Mark Dolan is an outstanding event host and comedian who brings energy, professionalism and sharp wit to every stage. His ability to engage diverse audiences, keep events running smoothly and deliver genuine laughs sets him apart. With decades of experience across live performance and broadcasting, he reads the room effortlessly and elevates the atmosphere, making him a reliable and memorable choice for any corporate event or awards ceremony."
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"The event went really well with both Mark and Faith. They both did an amazing job and were really well received by the attendees. Thank you for all your help with organising them." - Matilda, Events Administrator, Lloyds
"Mark Dolan was brilliant on Monday night! Everyone loved him, especially my husband." - Christina
"Amazing host for the evening and kept the audience thoroughly entertained. Great comic talent and read the room perfectly." - Chateau Impney
"Mark was a fantastic host of our product launch. He demonstrated fantastic knowledge and insight into our products and brand, and we look forward to collaborating again with him in the future." - Samsung
"Mark did a fantastic job, everyone really enjoyed it, and I had many comments back about what a great act it was." - Imperial Tobacco
"The event was amazing and a complete success. I only wish I could book Mark for every event I do. He is an absolute pleasure to work with. He engaged totally with the guests, and so very lovely. He did a brilliant set which was bespoke to the guests, and it went down a storm." - Blacklist Management LTD
"Mark was an absolute hit, thank you. He worked the spirited audience very well with an excellent comedy piece before the awards and made a real difference throughout. You are quite right, he is a really top chap." - Yuno Juno Freelancer Awards
"Mark was a great choice, the audience had a great reaction, and everyone was laughing. He’s an absolute delight to work with and great fun!" - Euromoney Private Banking Awards
"He was very well received by the audience and did a great job. Beyond this, he was a real pleasure to work with, being warm, personable and accessible and engaged with the whole event and its team." - Daniel, OnBrand
"He was fabulous, the audience loved him - he had them eating out of his hands. He was such a nice person too, who'd clearly done his homework on digital and tech." - Jane, Lincolnshire Live
"Mark was excellent in the lead-up and on the night. He is a hugely talented professional, and his performance on the night was a reflection of that. He was comfortable on stage, he was engaging and entertaining and was hugely supportive of Chemmy, and they worked so well together. We would love to work with Mark again in any capacity." - Annie, Lex Generate Ltd.
"I just wanted to send a note to say how fantastic Mark was on Friday! We are absolutely delighted with how the evening went. Mark genuinely is such a nice chap and everyone warmed to him and the feedback that we have had has been 100% positive!" - Sofie, Ash Elite
"Mark was great, very entertaining, very well received and lovely to work with. He interacted very well with our VOG, Roger Tilling and they both made the evening a success. Thank you for assisting us, we will be back next year!" - Joanna, CITF
"He was absolutely outstanding! It went really well thank you." - Leanne, Informa Tech
We were blown away by Mark, he was such a lovely guy, really down to earth and friendly and went to a lot of trouble to drive hours in traffic to get to the event in Manchester! We thought he was extremely professional, his set was hilarious, well thought out brilliantly funny jokes which incorporated the whole room. We felt very lucky to have Mark who included the audience, making it a very special evening. Finishing with some karaoke, we were over the moon! We absolutely would recommend booking the very talented Mark Dolan for any event! - Alice, Agmhouse
Feedback from Virtual Events:
"He was really great. We had so many tech issues - he saved the night. I couldn't have been more impressed by his professionalism and performance. Thanks again for all your help" - Eloise, Dentex Health
"Mark was fantastic! He was very engaging, great fun and all feedback has been fantastic." - Antonio, CAPITA
- 2025 - Joined Talk TV
- 2021 - Host of Mark Dolan Tonight & Friday Night Live with Mark Dolan on GB News
- 2019 - Presenter of Drivetime on Talkradio
- 2018 - Won Best Joke at the Dave Leicester Comedy Festival
- 2017 - Presenter of the breakfast show on Fubar Radio
- 2017 - Contestant on Channel 4's The Jump
- 2016 - Winner of the Celebrity Come Dine With Me Christmas Special
- 2015 - Co-host of If Katie Hopkins Ruled the World
- 2013 - Contestant on Let's Dance for Comic Relief
- 2006 - Helped to launch More4 as the Host of The Last Word
- 2005 - Host of Channel 4 show Balls Of Steel
- 2000 - Reached the final of So You Think You Are Funny?
- Won Best Presenter at the NRTA Awards
- Presented The Last Word, the first show to be broadcast on More 4
- Presented Channel 4's The World’s …and Me
- Presenter of 35mm for Sky Movies
- Voiceover of Urban Legends for Five
- Fronted E4's Show Me The Funny
How to hire Mark Dolan
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