Dominic Holland

Award-winning comedian, author, and broadcaster Dominic Holland is one of the UK’s most respected and versatile comic talents.

With a career spanning stand-up, television, radio, and writing, Dominic has built a reputation for sharp observational humour delivered with intelligence, warmth, and impeccable timing.

He first rose to prominence after winning the Perrier Best Newcomer Award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, marking him out as a major force on the circuit. Since then he has become a regular headliner at leading comedy venues across the country and internationally.

He has appeared on numerous television and radio programmes, as well as writing and performing his own critically acclaimed shows. He is also an accomplished author, having writing 10 books.

Whether performing to packed theatres, hosting events, or delivering after-dinner comedy, Dominic brings professionalism, experience, and genuine comedic craft to every stage.

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More About Dominic Holland

Dominic Holland | Comedy

Dominic Holland started performing stand-up in 1991, making his debut at The Comedy Café in London. He was briefly managed by Suzy Eddie Izzard in 1993. He made his Edinburgh Fringe Festival debut in 1993, winning the prestigious Perrier Best Newcomer Award. He continued to perform at Edinburgh and was nominated for the Perrier Award in 1996.

He has also performed at some of the UK’s best loved comedy venues, including Stitches Comedy Club, Laughter Lab Comedy, Comedy Beats, Lone Star Comedy, and Last Laugh Comedy Club.

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Dominic Holland | TV and Radio

Dominic has been a familiar face on comedy television shows, including Have I Got News For You, Never Mind the Buzzcocks, The Royal Variety Performance, The Stand Up Show, and They Think It’s All Over, as well as appearing on The One Show, The Wright Stuff, This Morning, and Richard and Judy.

As well as television, Dominic has a range of radio credits, including The News Quiz, The Now Show, Just a Minute, Loose Ends, The Comedy Club, and the eponymous Small World of Dominic Holland for BBC Radio 4. He has also appeared on radio shows alongside fellow comedians Sandi Toksvig and Hal Cruttenden.

Dominic also hosts the Takes on Life podcast; each episode is framed with a reading of a comic essay, followed by a conversation with a guest from comedy, business, sport, and academia. Guests include Jimmy Carr, Mel Giedroyc, Graeme Souness, David Baddiel, Seann Walsh, Lee Mack, and Zoe Lyons.

Dominic Holland | Writing

In comedy circles, Dominic has written material for the likes of Lenny Henry, Bob Monkhouse, Des O’Connor, Clive Anderson, and Harry Enfield. He spent two years writing the Funny Money column for The Guardian.

He is also a very successful author, with books including:

– The Ripple Effect (2004)

– Eclipsed (2017)

– I, Gabriel (2019)

– The Fruit Bowl (2020)

– Takes on Life Vol. 1 (2020)

– Only in America (2022)

– Made in England (2022)

– Takes on Life Vol. 2 (2023)

– Open Links (2024)

– Holland’s Shorts (2026)

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Despite his considerable success in comedy and the media, Dominic admits that his great achievement in life is being father to four boys – most notably to his eldest son, Spiderman actor Tom Holland, a reality that inspired his bestselling non-fiction book Eclipsed.

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Testimonials

Dominic was great to work with. He clearly puts in lots of effort and time in understanding the event, the industry, and the audience to be able to give perfect output for the event. This time it was the virtual event and a very first experience for us and Dominic as well. However, he did a fantastic job and we were pleased with his performance and his ability to get the audience inspired and share their views.
Shalini Sharma, Money Forum

Dominic is a joy to work with. He’s a seasoned professional and by booking him as your host you know your event is in safe hands. His down to earth approach with the event team and our client put everyone at ease. On top of that, his work ethic is brilliant, he’s clearly dedicated to his craft and he read the audience perfectly. Last but not least – the guy is hilarious.
Stella Landau, Events Manager, Suzanne Howe Communications

Dominic’s gig for CCDT was absolutely exceptional. The delivery of his set was like a masterclass in comic timing and the content was hysterical. Dominic read the audience perfectly and had everybody of all ages rocking with laughter from the beginning. An enormous talent. He also empowered us to raise money for a local community project through our share of the box office, a raffle that he supported, and the takings from the bar. In one evening Dominic managed to bring the community together, lighten our lives and lift a new project off the ground.
Chichester Development Trust

I can’t imagine engaging anyone else as helpful or easy to work with. Professional in every aspect of our dealings, he told us not to worry at the very start, and that’s how it was. Our event was such a great success and we were delighted.
Jan Szmigin, Leasing World

Dom managed to strike a wonderful balance of inclusivity and edginess with his material. Great audience interaction, mixed with classic, relevant stand-up material. With a sketchy brief, Dom picked out the key themes and elements to engage the audience perfectly. Highly recommend.
Paul Chandler, Knauf

Dominic hosted the awards dinner at our annual supplier conference, which was a very special occasion this year with it being our 60^th anniversary. He was absolutely superb, extremely polished and very professional, entertaining the 350 strong audience throughout the evening. A great link with our lady magician provided some especially funny moments and the comedy was really clever, witty, and insightful, ensuring the whole room couldn’t stop laughing.
David Ratcliffe, Brakes

A very safe pair of hands, Dominic clearly puts time in to understanding the event and the industry to find that perfect balance between relevance and irreverence. Most importantly, he makes people laugh and puts everyone at ease.
Alex Evans, Intelligent Partnership

Dom came highly recommended. He exceeded our expectations in every respect, holding the room for 450 professionals with consummate ease – which is no mean feat. Following the event we have received rave reviews, including comments such as ‘refreshingly different’ and ‘the best yet’. One of the many qualities that sets Dom apart is his unfaltering originality – and he most definitely is going to be a very hard act to follow.
Phil Cooper, Interact Derby