Jennie McAlpine

Star of Coronation Street, Jennie McAlpine, found fame as the nation’s favourite soap character, Fiz Brown. She has since appeared on I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!, Emmerdale and 8 out of 10 Cats, firmly establishing Jennie in the heart of the nation. When booked for events, this talented comedian will entertain guests from start to finish, inviting them backstage into the world of acting and presenting.

Jennie’s big break was at the age of 17, with her audition for the character of Fiz on Coronation Street. Following an early comedic career, she wowed casting directors with her effortless humour and personable nature, earning her the role in 2001. Over the course of her career, she also featured in over 2,000 episodes of Coronation Street, as well as a spin-off titled Coronation Street: Out of Africa. From there, Jennie enjoyed several guest appearances on game shows like Countdown, as a panelist on Loose Women and a voiceover artist for Supermarket Sweet. Such a vast experience in the limelight makes Jennie a natural at events. She will confidently command every stage she graces, while remaining down to earth and likeable.

Having performed from an early age, Jennie has always had a passion for the stage. From putting on shows for her neighbours to taking part in school plays, she has spent decades honing her unique comedic, relatable style of acting. Jennie joined the Carol Godby Theatre Workshop as a teenager, before taking party in the Young Comedian of the Year competition in 1997. Despite being just 13, Jennie came second, only confirming from she already knew – she was made for the stage.

Following four years of stand-up, she played Michelle Morley in Emmerdale, before auditioning for Coronation Street. As an after dinner speaker, Jennie’s anecdotes take audiences on a journey through her career, thrilling them with star-studded stories from the helm of British media. Honouring her achievements, Jennie was awarded Best Newcomer at the 2002 British Soap Awards. In 2008, from her successful run on Coronation Street, she was nominated for Best Soap Actress at the TV Quick Awards, a testament to her sustained success.

Your audience will never forget an event featuring Jennie, as her natural wit and confidence instantly puts them at ease. Whether she is booked to make a guest appearance, support a charity fundraiser, or entertain audiences, Jennie will charm guests from the moment she is welcomed onto the stage. From brand campaigns to corporate events, a joyous addition like Jennie would suit a wide range of events.