Conference & Awards Hosts

A professional conference or awards ceremony host can shape the tone of an event from the moment it begins. The right host keeps the agenda on track, introduces speakers confidently and maintains energy in the room, ensuring the event feels organised and engaging rather than slow or disjointed. Experienced hosts are skilled at reading an audience, managing timing and handling unexpected moments smoothly. For awards ceremonies, a strong host keeps the evening moving, builds excitement and ensures winners, sponsors and guests all feel valued. For conferences, they help connect sessions and keep audiences engaged throughout the day. Hire an event host via SpeakOut now!

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Hannah Shellswell

Founder of Boost, Former ITV & ITN News Presenter, Former Associate Lecturer in Media at Highlands College & In-Demand Event Host & Moderator

Dara Ó Briain

Irish Stand-Up Comedian, Mock The Week Host, BBC Presenter, Science Broadcaster, Author & BAFTA Games Awards Host

Henning Wehn

German Comedian, Guest on ‘Live at The Apollo’, ‘8 Out Of 10 Cats’ & ‘Would I Lie to You’, & Leading Act At The Edinburgh Fringe Festival
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Maisie Adam

Award-Winning Yorkshire Comedian & Writer, Performed TV Stand-Up at Live at The Apollo, Co-Host of ‘That’s A First’ Podcast & Won the UK’s So You Think You’re Funny Competition

Jason Manford

Comedian, Actor, TV Presenter, Hosted the Breakfast Show on Manchester’s XFM Radio & Team Captain on ‘8 Out Of 10 Cats’

Deirdre O’Kane

Irish Comedian, 5x Host of the Irish Film & Television Academy Awards, Appeared on BBC’s QI & Dave’s As Yet Untitled & Won the IFTA Award for Best Lead Actress
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Matt Bragg

Comedian, Supported  Ricky Gervais, Harry Hill & Jason Manford On Tour, Selected for Just The Tonic’s Big Value Showcase in Edinburgh & Runner-Up of Leicester Mercury’s Comedian of the Year
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Jack Whitehall

Comedian, Presenter, Hosted the Brit Awards 2026, Award-Winning Actor Who Starred in the BAFTA Winning Series ‘Fresh Meat’ & Won the People’s Choice Award for the King of Comedy at the British Comedy Awards
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Aisling Bea

Irish Comedian, Writer, BAFTA Nominated Actress & Winner of the ‘So You Think You’re Funny’ Award 2012 at the Edinburgh Fringe
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Richard Ayoade

BAFTA Winning Comedy Actor, Presenter of ‘The Crystal Maze’, Director of ‘Submarine’ & Author of ‘The Unfinished Harauld Hughes’

Alexander Armstrong

Host of BBC’s ‘Pointless’ & ‘Pointless Celebrities’, Regular Host of ‘Have I Got News For You’, Actor in ‘Life Begins’, Comedian & Award Host
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Graham Norton

Host of BBC’s ‘The Graham Norton Show’, Known as ‘Father Noel Furlong’ in ‘Father Ted’ & Recognised as One of The 50 Funniest Acts in British Comedy
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Stephen Mangan

Comedian, Actor, Played Dr. Guy Secretan in ‘Green Wing’, Regular Guest on ‘Would I Lie To You’ & Author of ‘Escape The Rooms’
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Gary Delaney

Leading Comedian Specialising in One Liners & Regular Panellist on Mock The Week
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Stephen K Amos

Comedian, Regular Performer at the Edinburgh Fringe, Radio Host for the BBC & Corporate Comedy, Cabaret & Award Host

Jimmy Carr

Comedian, Television Host of 8 Out of 10 Cats & The Big Fat Quiz of the Year, Award-Winning Stand-Up Performer
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Tim Vine

Leading Stand-Up Comedian, Writer & Actor, Guest on ‘The Sketch Show’ & Channel 4’s ‘Countdown’ & Winner of The Edinburgh Fringe Festival’s ‘Best Joke’ Award
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Simon Brodkin

Top UK Comedian, Star of The Channel 4 Documentary ‘Britain’s Greatest Hoaxer’ & Regular Guest Across TV Including ‘Live At The Apollo’ & ‘Big Brother’s Big Mouth’
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Sally Anne Hayward

Award-Winning Comedian, Compere & Regular Host at Glastonbury Festival, Co-Hosts the ‘Spit or Swallow’ Podcast with Lou Conran & Won the Holsten Pils ‘Fans of Comedy’ Award 2019
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Mel Giedroyc

Presenter, Host of ‘ Unforgivable’, Former Co-Host of ‘The Great British Bake Off’, Guest Presenter on ‘The One Show’, Comedian & Actress
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Matt Lucas

Comedian, Starred in the BAFTA-Winning Sketch Show ‘Little Britain’, Starred in ‘Come Fly With Me’, Co-Hosted ‘The Great British Bake Off’, Starred in ‘Gladiator 2’ & OBE Recipient
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Hal Cruttenden

Highly Accomplished Comedian, Three-Time Chortle Award Nominee & Guest on ‘Mock The Week’ & ‘Have I Got News For You’
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Omid Djalili

Former Stand-Up Comedian, Television Host, West End Actor, Hollywood Film Actor & Corporate Awards & Cabaret Host
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Simon Evans

Leading Comedian Starring on BBC1’s ‘Live At The Apollo’, Host of ‘Simon Evans Goes To Market’, Regular TV Guest on ‘8 Out of 10 Cats’ & Winner of ‘Celebrity Mastermind’
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Patrick Kielty

Comedian, Television Presenter, Host of RTÉ’s The Late Late Show, BBC The One Show Presenter
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Stan Boardman

Star of ‘The Comedians’ Appearing On TV’s ‘Opportunity Knocks’
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David Mitchell

BAFTA-winning Comedian, Actor, Writer, Journalist, Peep Show Star, Would I Lie to You? Team Captain
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Angus Deayton

Comedian, Former Host of ‘Have I Got News For You’ & Original Presenter of ‘Would I Lie to You’

Hiring a conference, event or awards host helps your event run smoothly and keeps the audience engaged throughout. A professional host manages the schedule, introduces speakers, handles transitions and maintains energy in the room. They also deal with any unexpected issues, keeping the event on track without the organisers having to step in. A good host adds personality, confidence and structure to the event, which improves the overall experience for guests.

An event host typically costs from around £1,000 for a professional host, rising to £5,000 to £10,000 for experienced national presenters, and £10,000 to £100,000 or more for high-profile or celebrity hosts travelling internationally. The final fee depends on factors such as the host’s profile, the length and format of the event, and whether they are required for full-day hosting, moderation or awards presenting. Travel, location and any preparation time can also influence the overall cost. For an accurate quote tailored to your event, contact SpeakOut today for more information.

Top conference, event and awards hosts include well-known TV presenters, comedians and broadcasters who are experienced at live events and audience engagement. Leading celebrity hosts include Jimmy Carr, Katherine Ryan, Jack Whitehall, Shane Richie and Naga Munchetty. These hosts are trusted to manage live audiences, maintain energy in the room and ensure events run smoothly, making them a popular choice for corporate conferences, awards ceremonies and large-scale events.

For expert industry guidance and to discover the full list of speakers, read this exclusive selection of the Official Top 25 Celebrity Awards Hosts to Hire!