Essex-born Ian Irving is an exciting comedian and after-dinner speaker who first rose to prominence during the late 1980s. Achieving fame through his appearance on a number of iconic television shows, Ian has been performing in the public eye for over 30 years. Known for his infectious laughs and strong wit, he has become a household name in British entertainment.
Ian achieved his first major breakthrough when he appeared on the television show Surprise Surprise, an entertainment programme hosted by Cilla Black. Not long after, Ian came to feature as part of the ITV talent show New Faces. Enjoying significant success in the world of television broadcasting, Ian soon went on to appear in a vast number of shows, including Kilroy, Bread, Celebrity Squares, Blankety Blank, Pebble Mill, In Sickness and In Health, Brush Strokes and Fast Friends.
Racking up an impressive list of television appearances, Ian’s confidence as a performer is apparent throughout his comedy show. Ian’s fresh and original take on comedy has seen him tickle the funny bone at corporate events, product launches, award ceremonies, sporting events and charity functions.
As well as being a superb comedian who never fails to entertain his audience, Ian has also become a top-quality host, compere and auctioneer. His comedy act has delighted audiences around the world, having performed for crowds in Barbados, Malta, Dubai, Paris, Spain, The United States, Cyprus and South Africa. Enjoying popularity as a top-notch comedian, Ian has also performed for major corporate clients such as Haven, Mercedes Benz, Bank of Scotland and Vodafone.
Ian’s success as a performer has seen him perform as a supporting act for a number of iconic names in the entertainment industry, including Lionel Richie, Elkie Brooks, Bonnie Tyler, Smokey Robinson, Simply Red and The Drifters. With such a wealth of experience behind him, his professionalism has also seen him acquire a reputation as one of the most popular after-dinner speakers in the country. In this capacity, Ian has brought smiles to the faces of the likes of Henry Cooper, Kevin Keegan and Usain Bolt. When it comes to finding the perfect performer for your next event, Ian Irving is as multi-talented as they come.
Holding his own alongside some of the greatest British comedians, his high-spirited and wonderfully amusing comedy act is sure to get your guests laughing the night away.
