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Paul Sinha
Comedy
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Explore the intersection of comedy and advocacy while gaining insights into resilience with Paul Sinha, comedian, LGBTQ+ and Parkinson's health advocate.
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Paul Sinha is a versatile comedian known for his medical and entertainment work. He trained as a general practitioner at St George's Medical School but soon realised that his true passion lay in comedy.
Growing up in a Bengali community in South London, he initially followed the expected path into medicine, completing his medical training. However, he began exploring stand-up comedy while at medical school, eventually leading him to pursue it more seriously.
Paul became a regular performer at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, earning recognition for his talent. He has won the Rose d'Or for his radio comedy and hosted shows such as "Paul Sinha's Quiz Culture" and "The Sinha Games." He is best known as a Chaser on the ITV quiz show "The Chase," where he has gained popularity for his extensive general knowledge, earning the nickname "The Sinnerman."
In 2019, Paul was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, a condition he has openly discussed to raise awareness and challenge stereotypes. Despite this diagnosis, he remains active in his career, having undergone a heart bypass operation following a minor heart attack during a performance.
Paul has received several awards, including a National Television Award and an Attitude Award, recognising his contributions to television and the LGBQT+ community. As an openly gay Anglo-Bengali comedian, he inspires many by advocating for LGBT representation in media and promoting acceptance.
In 2024, he published his memoir, "One Sinha Lifetime," chronicling his journey from medicine to comedy. Sinha's commitment to raising awareness about Parkinson's disease and his advocacy for the LGBT community have established him as a respected figure in both fields.
Book Paul Sinha for your next event to inspire and entertain. His unique blend of medical insight and comedic brilliance captivates audiences. As a celebrated Chaser and advocate for LGBT representation, he brings authenticity and humour, while his personal journey with Parkinson's disease adds depth.
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Email paul.sinha@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 Paul'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.
Paul Sinha draws on autobiographical material — his medical background, Parkinson's diagnosis, and identity as an openly gay Anglo-Bengali man — as the structural basis for his stand-up sets. His format uses personal narrative anchored in documented life events, including his career shift from GP to comedian and his 2024 memoir One Sinha Lifetime, to build comedic and reflective content.
Paul Sinha performs stand-up comedy and after-dinner entertainment, and is suited to corporate, charity, and awards events where wit and general knowledge are valued. He is best known as a Chaser on the ITV quiz show The Chase, a role that earned him a National Television Award.
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