Mark Watson
Stand-Up Comedian, Sports Pundit & Novelist
Mark Watson is one of the UK's premier comedians and novelists with his own unique smart, sometimes surreal style setting him apart and making him stand out as a name to watch. Alongside national tours, 24-hour shows, and myriad TV and radio appearances, he's also an acclaimed novelist.
"One of the leading live performers in the UK"
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Mark has become well known for his offbeat and ambition shows, having performed several marathon 24-hour gigs. He has been nominated twice for the main Edinburgh Comedy award (first with the Cambridge Footlights, and winning the award the second time). He has appeared on almost every panel show going from Have I Got News... and Mock the Week to 8 Out of 10 Cats and Would I Lie To You. He's also appeared on This Week, Live at the Apollo, and celebrity editions of Mastermind and Pointless. On radio, he's a regular on Radio 4 panel shows, and hosted two series of Mark Watson Makes the World Substantially Better, as well as series of Mark Watson's Live Address to the Nation and Mark Watson Talks About Life. In 2017, Mark was a competitor in TV's Celebrity Island with Bear Grylls.
WHAT he OFFERS YOU
Mark's brand of intelligent observation, friendly banter, and endearing frustration with the world engages and entertains in equal measure. He has a quality that is perfect for corporate entertainment, event hosting and facilitating, which is why he has fast become a popular choice for all manner of events.