Russell Hicks is a masterful comedian, actor, voice artist, and writer, lauded for his razor-sharp wit and exuberant personality. With various media features across news outlets, TV and film, Russel is an influential figure in the UK comedy scene, having also headlined major clubs all around the nation, such as The Stand, Glee Club and Up the Creek.
American-born but based in London, Russell's extensive career has helped him cultivate an impressive resume. His media appearance only continued as his comedy presence grew, having performed at the Hammersmith Apollo, The Comedy Store, Top Secret Comedy Club, and Komedia, as well as at the Reading and Leeds Festival Compere. Performing overseas, he has even performed at the Improv and The Laugh Factory in the US. Russell has further proven his mettle as a live performer through delivering world-class opening acts for other comedians like Axel Blake, Simon Brodkin, Jason Manford, Paul Chowdhry, Al Murray, Dane Baptiste and more. He has also performed in front of studio audiences as a warm-up act for 'Have I Got News For You', 'The Last Leg', and 'As Yet Untitled'. In 2026, he is embarking on a nationwide UK tour, with a resounding 50 dates across the country.
A multifaceted entertainer, Russell has taken on various advertising and presenting roles for global brands like PayPal and Google, and has served as the voice-over for Booking.com, Great Big Story, and Sky Comedy. In 2021, he was the series presenter of Yahoo's 'Beat the Street', which he hosted for 30 episodes. Russell has featured on Channel 4's The Big Breakfast and Captive Audience, the latter of which he won for his impeccable improvised stand-up performance, and was a writer and lead actor for ITV's Stand Up Sketch Show. In 2022, he featured in Prime Video's Lovestruck High as well as Maintenance Required in 2025. That same year, Russell also played a role in Edgar Wright's The Running Man, furthering his experience in the film industry. His comedy special, Happy To Be Here, is now streaming on ITVX. A fantastically exciting comedic talent, Russell was endorsed as a Global Talent by Arts Council England in 2022, going on to become a three-time nominee at the Leicester Comedy Festival for Best Improv and Best Show, a Bridport Creative Writing Short Story award nominee, and the winner of the 2024 Prague Fringe Festival.
With stellar improvisation in his regular material, Russell is an unmissable act perfect for a multitude of events, from comedy festivals to corporate engagements. Sure to hit every mark, Russell's outstanding live performances are guaranteed to make audiences bend double in outrageous fits of laughter.
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
"Stellar headline sets and compering. For 6 years we've trusted him to perform all over Europe and audience members have been left howling and demanding a rebooking! As well as comedy club events, Russell works with us on corporate shows. Whether virtual or in-person, he always impresses our clients with his winning improvisations and personalised stylings. Simply hilarious... 5 stars!" - Clara, Director, Nice N' Spiky Ltd
"Just outstanding. Had everyone doubled up with laughter. Would recommend for any event. Knew exactly how to pitch to the audience. Will be booking again." - Kirsty, Canterbury Rugby Club
"Just brilliant. Russ is the funniest non-scripted comedian I've seen. No matter how many times you see him, Russell never fails to deliver. He is perfect for any event." - Dee, Lords Taverners Chairman, East Kent & Director of Whitney Homes
"Russell recently presented an outstanding comedy set at our strategic global offsite held for the senior leadership team. His instinctive skill to read the room and the personalities in it had everyone crying with laughter and not wanting the event to end!" - Harriet, Manager, Business Development & Marketing, JTC Group, Financial Firm
"That was f***ing awesome. Who put me on after him?" - David Gower, Former England Cricket Captain, on being asked to speak after a set from Russell
"I’ve been producing the monthly 5 x 5 show for Soho House with Russell hosting for over a year now. 5 young comedians each do 5 minutes. You'll notice that 5x5 only adds up for 25 minutes. What happens for the rest of the time? Russell Hicks is what happens for the rest of the time. Live shows don't come much better than this." - Jay, Executive Producer, Colourful Content
- 2026 - 'Nothing Personal' Tour Across UK
- 2025 - Appeared in Edgar Wright's The Running Man
- 2025 - Featured in Amazon Prime's Maintenance Required
- 2024 - Winner of the Prague Fringe Festival
- 2023 - Writer & Lead Actor for ITV's Stand Up Sketch Show
- 2023 – Nominee for ‘Best Improv Show’ at Leicester Comedy Festival
- 2023 – Winner of Channel 4’s Captive Audience
- 2022 – Nominee for ‘Best Show’ at Leicester Comedy Festival
- 2022 – Endorsed as a Global Talent by Arts Council England
- 2022 – Starred in Lovestruck High
- 2021 – Nominee of Bridport Creative Writing Short Story Award
How to hire Russell Hicks
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Russell Hicks 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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