Jimmy McGhie

Having traded a career in factual TV production for full-time stand-up in 2009, Jimmy McGhie has established himself as a premier international act and top-tier UK circuit regular.After bursting onto the scene as a finalist in the BBC New Talent competition, McGhie has amassed an extensive list of television and radio credits across the globe, including appearances on BBC, Channel 4, Channel 5, Comedy Central, Absolute Radio, THREE New Zealand, and ABC Australia.Beyond his own broadcasts, he is one of the UK’s most sought-after studio warm-up artists, regularly entertaining crowds for major flagship shows including BBC’s The Graham Norton Show, ITV’s Loose Women, and Channel 4’s Deal or No Deal.

Known for his effortless charm, sharp self-deprecation, and world-weary observations, McGhie’s stand-up seamlessly weaves together clever middle-class satire and quick-witted crowd work.A veteran of over ten acclaimed solo hours, he is a festival favorite around the world with regular sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe, Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Sydney Comedy Festival, Perth Comedy Festival, and New Zealand International Comedy Festival.Whether dissecting modern life’s absurdities or delivering razor-sharp improvised banter, his magnetic stage presence makes him a guaranteed crowd-pleaser on every stage he steps on.

“Exquisitely done, with a compelling, simmering fury… impressive.”

— Chortle

“A brilliant talent… an easy charm and appealing relaxed manner.”

— The Scotsman

“Making a mockery out of everything middle-class, Jimmy McGhie was nothing short of outstanding.”

— ThreeWeeks