Olivia Lee is a multi-award-winning British comedian, writer, and actress known for her audacious humour and innovative comedic style. A dynamic keynote speaker, Olivia blends sharp wit with profound insights, captivating audiences at events ranging from corporate functions to festivals. Her standout achievement is the creation and starring role in the Comedy Central series 'Olivia Lee: Dirty, Sexy, Funny', a groundbreaking hidden camera show that cemented her as a trailblazer in comedy.
Olivia's career began with a strong foundation in performance, having studied at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. She gained national recognition on Channel 4's 'Balls of Steel', where her daring segment 'Prank TV with Miss Lee' showcased her fearless and unconventional approach to comedy. Following this success, she created her own Channel 4 show, 'Olivia Lee's Naughty Bits', which led to two seasons of her Comedy Central series. Her bold comedic talents soon garnered international attention, and she became a regular contributor to 'The Tonight Show with Jay Leno', where she wrote and performed her own segments.
Throughout her career, Olivia has accumulated a series of impressive achievements. Most notably, her feature script 'Pardon the Interruption' won 'Best Comedy Screenplay' at the Prague Screenplay Awards 2024 and was nominated for awards at prestigious festivals, including the New York Script Awards and the Budapest Movie Awards. Her live show, 'Olivia Lee: Losing Her Total Fing Sht'**, has also received rave reviews and explores themes of toxic femininity and female anger with her signature humour and candour.
As a host, Olivia Lee is celebrated for her ability to tackle complex topics such as gender dynamics, societal norms, and the power of humour to inspire change. With a fearless approach to challenging conventional ideas, her talks are as entertaining as they are thought-provoking. Olivia’s combination of comedic prowess, creative innovation, and insightful commentary makes her an excellent choice for events seeking to inform and inspire.
How to hire Olivia Lee
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Olivia Lee 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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Olivia Lee's official speaker topics are listed below:
- Toxic Femininity: Exploring Gender Dynamics Through Comedy
- The Role of Women in Comedy: Breaking Barriers and Challenging Norms
- Challenging Societal Norms Through Humour: The Power of Satire
- The Art of Prank Comedy: Balancing Humour and Sensitivity
- From Script to Screen: The Journey of Creating Original Comedy Content
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"Olivia's stand-up is explicit, candid, and very funny." – Sky News
"Olivia's mixture of mischievous razor-sharp wit and childish buffoonery go down a storm!" – Sky Magazine
"Olivia has smart ideas and a real ability to improvise." – The Times
"Fearless, sexy, with razor-sharp wit." – Daily Star
"A comedian with nerves of steel!" – Daily Mirror
"Olivia Lee is funny. She has the ability to push awkwardness to unbearable levels!" – The Guardian
"There's no denying Olivia Lee has guts; she's turned her humour into an art form." – Daily Mail
“I have worked with Olivia on a number of high profile awards ceremonies (VUE Awards, Advertising Shot Awards, BAFTA'S) and corporate events. She is a joy to work with and such a funny, fearless host. Audiences always love her.” - Steven Vinacour, Producer-Writer-Director, Sassy Films
“Thank you so much for hosting the Solar and Storage Awards for us. Well done with the rowdy crowd of which was a lot bigger than anticipated. You did a great job” - Tom Moon, Terrapin for the Solar & Storage Awards
- 2024 – 'Pardon the Interruption' wins 'Best Comedy Screenplay' at the Prague Screenplay Awards
- 2023 – Official selection for 'Pardon the Interruption' at the New York Script Awards
- 2010 – Creator and star of 'Olivia Lee: Dirty, Sexy, Funny' on Comedy Central
- 2008 – Starred in 'Olivia Lee's Naughty Bits' on Channel 4
- 2007 – Featured performer on 'Balls of Steel' with the segment 'Prank TV with Miss Lee'
