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Comedian & observational humor expert

Zoe Lyons

Bring laughter, joy, and entertainment to your next event with Zoe Lyons, speaker, highly acclaimed British comedian, and expert in observational comedy.

Trusted by British Association of Removers, Who Gives a Crap, The Guardian, Sky 1, TUI

Zoe Lyons, Comedian | BBC Host & Award-Winning Stand-Up
Zoe Lyons

Zoe Lyons

Brighton & Hove, United Kingdom

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£6–10k

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Zoe Lyons's biography

At a glance

  • Host of BBC2’s Lightning and Live at the Apollo
  • Award-winning stand-up comedian and performer
  • Regular contributor on Radio 4 programs
Zoe Lyons hosts BBC2’s Lightning and Live at the Apollo and has co-hosted Sunday Morning Live (BBC1) and The Frank Skinner radio show (Absolute Radio). She frequently appears on Have I Got News for You, QI, and Mock the Week. Her television credits include Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins (C4) 2023, a special on Alopecia for Women’s Health (C5), and features on The One Show, Celebrity Antiques Road Trip, Stand Up and Deliver, House of Games, and many others. She won Celebrity Mastermind and has appeared on Pointless Celebrities, Room 101, and Alan Davies As Yet Untitled. Zoe is a familiar voice on Radio 4, regularly appearing on The News Quiz, Just a Minute, The Unbelievable Truth, and The Now Show. She has her own series, Passport Paddy, and has contributed to Breaking the News, The Good, the Bad, and the Unexpected, and other shows. Her podcast appearances include Walking the Dog and The Guilty Feminist. In branded content, she has worked with Who Gives a Crap for The Guardian, Sky 1, and TUI, and has hosted events like the So You Think You’re Funny Awards. Zoe is a regular performer at the Edinburgh Festival, with shows such as Entry Level Human and Mustard Cutter, and has also performed at the Melbourne Comedy Festival and various Pride Festivals. She runs an award-winning comedy night in Brighton called Bent Double. Zoe is an award-winning stand-up, having won Dave’s Joke of the Fringe and Comedian’s Comedian of the Year, and has been nominated for the Edinburgh Best Newcomer Comedy Award. She trained as an actor and starred in An Act of God at the Vaults in London in 2019. Her hobbies include diving, ultra-marathons, and paddle boarding. She shares insights about her alopecia, wild swimming, and her dog, Groucho Barks, on social media.

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Why we recommend booking Zoe

Book Zoe Lyons for your next event to guarantee a captivating experience. With her extensive TV and radio presence, award-winning comedy, and engaging storytelling, she brings wit and warmth that resonates with audiences. Her unique perspective and vibrant personality will leave your guests entertained and inspired.

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Trusted by British Association of Removers, Who Gives a Crap, The Guardian, Sky 1, TUI

Testimonials

Absolutely sensational, hilariously funny and so entertaining – she had our delegates in stitches!

British Association of Removers

Zoe Lyons really cuts the mustard

Scotsman

A tremendously good comic operating at a vertiginous level.

The Wee Review

The Wee Review

Featured Projects

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How do I book Zoe Lyons for my next event?
Email zoe.lyons@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 Zoe'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 Zoe Lyons's stage presence like?
Zoe Lyons delivers stand-up comedy sets drawn from personal experience, including her life with alopecia, endurance sports, and everyday observation, structured around a narrative arc built in her solo Edinburgh Festival shows such as Entry Level Human and Mustard Cutter. Her hosting work follows a panel and quiz format, as demonstrated across BBC2's Lightning, Live at the Apollo, and Radio 4 programmes including The News Quiz and Just a Minute.
What topics does Zoe Lyons specialise in?
Zoe Lyons performs stand-up comedy, hosts awards ceremonies and live events, and suits corporate, festival, and Pride audiences. She hosts BBC2's Lightning and Live at the Apollo, has won Dave's Joke of the Fringe and Comedian's Comedian of the Year, and runs the award-winning Brighton comedy night Bent Double.
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