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October 30, 2025
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UK Award Ceremony Hosts For When You Want More Than A Comedian

Fresh alternatives to traditional comedians. Discover award ceremony hosts who bring clarity, humour and real presence to your event.

Most award nights need more than quick jokes. They need someone who can hold a room, keep the pace tight and give the night a sense of importance. The hosts below bring personality, sharp thinking and genuine professionalism. They are the people you book when you want your ceremony to feel polished, confident and memorable, not chaotic or filler.

Cally Beaton

Cally Beaon brings sharp humour and senior leadership experience from her years at MTV and Comedy Central. She is quick, polished and confident with corporate audiences. She can lift the room while also giving the night structure and momentum.

⮕ Learn more and book Cally Beaton to host your event.

Baroness Ayesha Hazarika MBE

Baroness Ayesha Hazarika blends political expertise with a broadcaster’s timing. She handles high profile rooms with ease, brings warmth, and knows how to read a crowd. Ideal for awards where you want credibility, humour and a host who can navigate anything.

⮕ Learn more and book Baroness Ayesha Hazarika to host your event.

Maryam Moshiri

Maryam Moshiri is a standout choice when you need authority, clarity and presence. As one of the BBC’s most recognisable presenters, she brings professionalism and confidence to any stage. She keeps ceremonies running cleanly while giving them a premium feel.

⮕ Learn more and book Maryam Moshiri to host your event.

David Meade

David Meade is high energy, sharp and incredibly engaging. With a background in business psychology, he mixes entertainment with real substance. He is excellent at pacing, audience interaction and keeping long award lists interesting. Need proof? Check out our recent webinar with David Meade.

⮕ Learn more and book David Meade to host your event.

Ben Keene

Ben Keene brings calm, charisma and a host style that feels warm and human. Known for community building and global entrepreneurship, he is strong for events where storytelling and connection matter as much as the awards themselves.

⮕ Learn more and book Ben Keene to host your event.

Robin Ince

Robin Ince is clever, informed and very funny without ever overwhelming the room. Clients love how prepared he is and how far he goes to get the tone right. He brings intelligence, wit and a sense of occasion that lifts the entire ceremony.

⮕ Learn more and book Robin Ince to host your event.

Phil Tufnell

Cricket legend Phil Tufnell is a natural entertainer with years of TV and live presenting behind him. He brings charm, mischief and good energy. Ideal for audiences who want a relaxed but professional host who can carry a night with confidence.

⮕ Learn more and book Phil Tufnell to host your event.

Joe Marler

Joe Marler is one of the most in demand personalities right now. Known from the rugby world and The Traitors, he is direct, likeable and unpredictable in the best way. He keeps audiences engaged and gives ceremonies a cultural lift.

⮕ Learn more and book Joe Marler to host your event.

Baroness Ruth Hunt

Ruth Hunt brings wit, intelligence and surprising stories from the House of Lords. She is funny, thoughtful and confident on stage. A strong choice for organisations that want a host with real insight and a unique point of view.

⮕ Learn more and book Ruth Hunt to host your event.


Explore more awards hosts and emcees for your next event. Ready to book? email us at hello@getapeptalk.com or send us a message via the chat. You can also call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US). Remember, it’s always a good time to get a PepTalk!

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