Lee Ridley (Lost Voice Guy)

Lost Voice Guy, otherwise known as Lee Ridley, combines positive representation with hilarious comedy. Despite being unable to speak, he uses his disability as a vehicle for entertainment, thrilling audiences with slick punchlines. Lee uses a communication aid during his routine, setting him apart from able-bodied performers – he is the first UK comedian to employ this method of communication! With every set that he performs, Lee is breaking down stereotypes surrounding disabilities, proving that nothing stands in the way of a good joke. When booked for events, he invites audiences to join in laughter, ensuring a truly unforgettable event while rewriting the rules of comedy.

After challenging fellow comedian Ross Noble’s impersonation of the late Stephen Hawking, Lee decided to prove his worth on the comedy circuit, noticing a gap in the market. He purchased an iPad voice synthesizer app, pre-programmed his material and created a routine. The beauty of Lee’s standup comedy is that he can both improvise one liners and use programmed material that he knows will get a positive reaction from the audience. This style of comedy ensures that your event is a roaring success. In 2013, Lee performed at the Edinburgh fringe Festival, which led him to win the 2014 BBC Radio New Comedy Awards.

Lee returned to the Edinburgh Fringe in 2015 with his show, Disability for Dunces, and Volume 2 in the following year. Many of his jokes centre around living with a disability, specifically cerebral palsy, which he was diagnosed with at six months old. Commonly an off-limits topic for many comedians, Lee encourages audiences to let down their guard and embrace the comedy. Following such shows as Inspirational Porn and Ability on Radio 4, he auditioned for Britain’s Got Talent in 2018.

Lee soared through to the finals to win the public vote. The achievement made history, and set Lee on a trajectory for mainstream success. In 2019, Lee featured in Jerk on BBC Three, and America’s Got Talent: The Champions. With a lifetime of experiences, he also published his first book, titled I’m Only in It for The Parking: Life and Laughter from the Priority Seats. Described as a “truly eye-opening book from a fantastic comedian” by Adam Kay, the successful release further confirmed Lee’s position as one of the nation’s favourite comedians. When booked for events, Lee proves his worth as a comedian. Charming, witty and brilliantly funny, he resonates with audiences of all demographics, making Lee the perfect corporate entertainer.