Katherine Ryan is as funny as they get. The comedian writes, presents and acts, - a powerhouse of creativity. Katherine's comedy is utterly unapologetic, as she fuses humour with socio-political issues to create a light-hearted, cathartic experience. Katherine has made waves internationally with her unique wit, appearing on American shows like The Fix. No stranger to the stage, Katherine has released not one, but two Netflix Specials: In Trouble and Glitter Room. She is now available to book for a myriad of events, appealing to audiences of all demographics who will be captivated by her anecdotes.
While working as a waitress next door to an open mic venue, Katherine first heard the call of audience laughter. Following her shifts at Hooters, she would walk next door, still in her uniform, and take to the stage. Katherine's early career was the definition of "thrown in at the deep end". From humble beginnings, she honed her comedic style. Her first television appearance was on Video on Trial, a Canadian music video review show. From 2005 to 2008, she built a hoard of loyal fans, all eager to witness her next show. A natural talent, she even won the 2008 Nivea Funny Women Award for her work.
Katherine joined the 8 Out of 10 Cats cast in 2012. She quickly became a well-loved feature on the show. Throughout the early 2010s, Katherine appeared on everything from Whitney Cummings Just for Laughs and Hair to ITV2's Safeword. Katherine is credited as winner of series 2 of Taskmaster. Katherine's featured work includes Your Face or Mine? with Jimmy Carr and The Fix, an American panel show where she was co-captain. Both programmes have garnered international success, credited mostly to Katherine's unbeatable humour.
Host of the Telling Everybody Everything, Katherine speaks on everyday incidents from her life in her signature humorous fashion. She has been described as having a "pretty rare talent" by Daily Express, one of the thousands of positive testimonials Katherine has earned. Audiences reflect upon her "wholesome sweetness", dark wit, and traits which set her apart from the rest. Recipient of the Outstanding Female Comedy Performance award at the National Comedy Awards, Katherine is a regular on TV screens. She has appeared on The Masked Singer as the Pigeon, and has hosted BBC 2’s All That Glitters as well as ITV2’s Ready to Mingle. Having embarked on her UK & Europe tour in 2024, Katherine is a popular choice to hire for numerous events. Enquire today, and rest assured that your audience will be entertained. Book Katherine Ryan today!
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Katherine Ryan has received a 4 star rating across 19 events in 2023.
Agent Recommendation
"Katherine Ryan is an absolute dynamo as a keynote speaker—sharp, witty, and refreshingly candid. Her humour captivates audiences, but it’s her insightful take on life, culture, and resilience that leaves a lasting impact. Katherine brings warmth and laughter, making complex topics relatable and sparking genuine connection. Highly recommended!"
How to hire Katherine Ryan
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Katherine Ryan for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"The conference went very well and Katherine was a big hit." - Clinigen Group
"Words can’t describe how funny Katherine Ryan was at our Senior Management Strategy Day! Fantastically hilarious, relevant and an absolute delight to have her!" - Old Mill Group
- 2024 - Embarked on her UK & Europe Tour
- 2023 - Appeared in The Masked Singer
- 2023 - Recipient of the Outstanding Female Comedy Performance award at the National Comedy Awards
- 2021 - Host of ITV2's Ready to Mingle
- 2021 - Host of BBC 2's All that Glitters: Britain's Next Jewellery Star
- 2020 - Created & Starred in The Duchess
- 2020 - Host of Telling Everybody Everything Podcast
- 2019 - Released her second Netflix Special "Katherine Ryan: Glitter Room"
- 2018 - Team captain on The Fix
- 2017 - Co-host of Your Face or Mine?
- 2017 - Released the Netflix Special "Katherin Ryan: In Trouble"
- 2016 - Won series two of Taskmaster
- 2012 - Appeared on 8 out of 10 Cats
- 2008 - Finished second in the Amused Moose Laugh-Off competition
- 2008 - Won the Nivea Funny Women Award