Colin Hoult

Colin Hoult is a talented character actor, widely recognized for his collaborations with Ricky Gervais, particularly in the Netflix series *Afterlife*, where he portrayed the dubious showbiz agent Ken Otley. His improvisational piece, "Taxi Driver the Musical," gained significant traction online, showcasing his comedic flair. Colin also appeared in Gervais's *Derek* as the obnoxious handyman Geoff and played Bryan, a flamboyant spiritual guide, in *Life's Too Short*, both of which were co-created by Gervais and Stephen Merchant.

Expanding his repertoire, Colin has taken on more serious roles, featuring in the Amazon drama *A Very Royal Scandal* alongside Michael Sheen, ITV's *Code of Silence*, and upcoming projects such as *Brassic*, *Amadeus*, and the latest season of *Slow Horses*.

With a diverse body of work, Colin has made regular and guest appearances in numerous popular television series, including *Ghosts*, *The Flatshare*, *Black Ops*, *Being Human*, *Almost Never*, *Nurse*, and *Murder in Successville*.

In the realm of live comedy, Colin is celebrated as one of the UK's premier character comedians. His acclaimed live performances have garnered a dedicated fan base, particularly for his *Carnival of Monsters* trilogy, which inspired two Radio 4 series. His beloved character, the washed-up actress Anna Mann, has developed a devoted cult following. Recently, Colin's solo show, *Colin*, which chronicles his endearing Nottingham upbringing, is set to be transformed into a family sitcom, with Colin taking the lead role.