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Lost Voice Guy

Break barriers through comedy with Lee Ridley AKA Lost Voice Guy, award-winning comedian and DEI ambassador. Known for his Britain’s Got Talent-winning performances and BBC award-winning work, Lee delivers sharp, hilarious, and thought-provoking comedy that challenges perceptions while entertaining audiences.

Trusted by Britain's Got Talent, BBC Radio 4, America's Got Talent

Lost Voice Guy, comedian | Britain's Got Talent Winner
Lost Voice Guy

Lost Voice Guy

Newcastle, United Kingdom

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£2k–5k

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Newcastle, United Kingdom

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Lost Voice Guy's biography

At a glance

  • The first ever comic to win Britain's Got Talent
  • Performed on Live at the Apollo, The Royal Variety Performance, and at the Edinburgh Fringe
  • I'm Only In It For The Parking author
Lee Ridley AKA Lost Voice Guy is an internationally-acclaimed stand-up comedian who has cerebral palsy, known for his sharp wit and unique delivery through a speech-generating device. Lee made history as the first comedian ever to win Britain's Got Talent in 2018, demonstrating his exceptional talent and wide appeal. A celebrated comedian, Lee has made appearances on Live at the Apollo, The Royal Variety Performance, and The Last Leg. He regularly appears on major comedy shows and has built a reputation as one of the UK's most engaging and original comedians. Alongside his stand-up career, Lee has expanded into writing and broadcasting, authoring the book I'm Only In It For The Parking and working on BBC Radio 4's sitcom Ability. His comedy showcases his talent for creating compelling comedic content that challenges perceptions while entertaining audiences. He has also appeared on America's Got Talent: The Champions and continues to break new ground in comedy. Lee’s comedy is smart, warm, and sharply observed, drawing on his own life experiences to deliver sets that are as insightful as they are laugh-out-loud funny. With an effortlessly engaging delivery and a knack for finding humour in unexpected places, he builds an instant connection with audiences of all backgrounds. From corporate events and private celebrations to comedy clubs and festivals, Lee brings a polished, professional performance every time. His distinctive viewpoint, confident stagecraft, and impeccable timing ensure a show packed with big laughs and standout moments, making him a brilliant choice for organisations seeking memorable, high-quality comedy entertainment.

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Why we recommend booking Lee

Book Lee Ridley AKA Lost Voice Guy for your next event to experience award-winning comedy that blends sharp wit with powerful insights on disability. His unique perspective and engaging storytelling will leave your audience uplifted and entertained—secure your date today.

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Testimonials

Lee performed at our staff conference and was a great success! In preparation for the event communication with Lee was always excellent and he was amenable to our requests, arriving in plenty time for a sound check and understanding who the audience were. His performance was well received and everyone appreciated the message he shared, in addition to the comedy. We would highly recommend Lee for any event where laughter is key!

Ailsa Wallace

Capability Scotland

We will have some formal feedback going out to participants soon to help us receive written feedback. During and after the event, comments we had about Lee’s special guest performance were brilliant. The technicians and Lee I felt were happy with that side of things (lighting, sound, stage area etc) – transitions were smooth on and off stage. All special guests were allocated a navigator (volunteer helper), to show them the green room, and just generally be around if anything was needed. Lees set was fantastic. His message was very clear for all to understand around inclusion and what matters to Lee and other people that have a disability. Lee signed books on stage for those that wanted to buy them and had pictures taken too.

James Bacon

Middlesbrough Children matter Conference

We were delighted to have our patron Lost Voice Guy join us for our AAC Awards evening. Lee’s stand-up set was brilliant and had everyone in the audience laughing! It was a fantastic end to a wonderful night - thank you.

Emily Campbell

Communication Matters

Featured Projects

Lost Voice Guy - I'm Only In It for the Parking
Lost Voice Guy - Ability

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How do I book Lost Voice Guy for my next event?
Email lost.voice.guy@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm Lee's availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
What is Lost Voice Guy's stage presence like?
Lee Ridley (Lost Voice Guy) performs stand-up comedy sets drawn from his own life experiences, delivered through a speech-generating device, which forms the structural and tonal foundation of his act. His material challenges audience perceptions of disability whilst maintaining a sharply observed, laugh-out-loud register, a format that has translated across comedy clubs, corporate events, and major television productions including Live at the Apollo and Britain's Got Talent, which he won in 2018.
What topics does Lost Voice Guy specialise in?
Lost Voice Guy performs stand-up comedy, delivering sets drawn from his own life experiences as a comedian with cerebral palsy using a speech-generating device, and is suited to corporate events, private celebrations, comedy clubs, and festivals. Lee Ridley made history as the first comedian to win Britain's Got Talent in 2018, and has since appeared on Live at the Apollo, The Royal Variety Performance, and The Last Leg.
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