One of Britain’s most famous comedians, Lenny Henry has been making people laugh since he first appeared on the television talent show New Faces. Lenny’s impression of Stevie Wonder saw him put in a stellar performance on the show, crowning him the winner in 1975. Since then, Lenny Henry has come to take his place amongst the greatest acts in comedy. Not long after his performance on New Faces, Lenny soon came to feature in the popular sitcom The Fosters, as well as making guest appearances on The Ronnie Corbett Show, Seaside Special and Celebrity Squares. Since then, Lenny has almost continuously featured on the television screen, finding success presenting his very own television shows.
Programmes like The Lenny Henry Show, Lenny Henry Goes to Town and Lenny Henry’s Big Amazon Adventure have seen him become one of the most popular personalities in British broadcasting today. Lenny’s comedic style is characterised by his hilarious gags and his incredible ability to pull off accurate impressions. Over the course of his career, he has blown audiences away impersonating the likes of Michael Jackson, Tina Turner, Run DMC and Prince. In addition, Lenny has also become known for his comical originality, having created a number of memorable comedy characters.
His fictional characters Grandpa Deakus, Theophilus P. Wildebeeste and Delbert Wilkins have become ingrained into British culture, cementing Lenny’s status as a prolific entertainer. A multi-talented performer, Lenny has achieved similar success in a number of other areas. He has made regular appearances on various BBC Radio programmes, including Bad Faith, Lenny & Will, Rudy’s Rare Records and What’s So Great About?. Actively involved in charity work, Lenny has lent his comedic talents to Comic Relief. His talents have also led him to perform on the theatre stage, performing in the Shakespeare play Othello to widespread acclaim. In recognition of his achievements, Lenny received a knighthood in 2015. Lenny Henry’s extensive career in broadcasting has made him one of the most sought-after British comics in the country today.
Having entertained millions on television screens and theatre stages alike, Lenny’s live comedy show is sure to have the audience in stitches. As a result, he continues to be a vastly popular choice for corporate events and a variety of other occasions.
