Josh Berry is a British comedian, writer, and celebrity impressionist known for his blend of satire and impressions. He grew up in Reading, Cheshire, and attended Reading Blue Coat School before studying philosophy and theology at Oxford University, where he honed his comedic skills.
Berry's comedy career began at 16 with an appearance on BBC's Live @ Wimbledon, where he showcased his impressions of tennis players. This exposure led to a retweet from Andy Murray, boosting his visibility. In 2018, they collaborated on a sketch featuring Murray as a sports reporter interviewing Berry in character.
His breakthrough came with the show Voice Thief at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2018, followed by Josh Berry: Who Does He Think He Is? in 2019, which included impressions of celebrities like James Acaster and Louis Theroux. He has also appeared on BBC Radio 4 Extra's Newsjack and Radio 4's Dead Ringers.
One of Berry's notable characters is Rafe Hubris, an arrogant Special Adviser at 10 Downing Street. This character has resonated with real-life special advisers and received praise for its portrayal of 'spad' culture. Berry's satirical diary, Staggering Hubris, written in Rafe's voice, humorously chronicles the chaos during the British government's COVID-19 response, gaining further attention during the Westminster lockdown parties controversy.
Berry has built a strong online presence, amassing over 230,000 followers on Instagram. His satirical characters and impressions have made him a well-known figure in British comedy.
His work has earned several accolades, including a nomination for Best Comedy Podcast at the British Podcast Awards in 2020 for Josh Berry's Fake News. He also won the Director's Choice Award at the Brighton Fringe for Voice Thief in 2019 and sold out performances at London's Leicester Square Theatre. Berry remains a significant presence in British comedy, entertaining audiences with his unique humour.
