Quick Info
| Profession | Comedian, Television Personality, Actress, Writer |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 28/11/1983 |
| Age | 42 years |
| Birthplace | Basildon, Essex, England |
Latest News about Ellie Taylor
25/06/2025
Ellie Taylor confirmed her participation in the upcoming season of 'Strictly Come Dancing' in June 2025, marking her return to the popular dance competition after her 2022 stint. The announcement highlighted her continued commitment to live performance and her growing influence in British television entertainment.
15/03/2025
Ellie Taylor launched a new podcast series titled 'Cravings Uncovered' in March 2025, focusing on the intersection of food, mental health, and personal storytelling. The show features interviews with chefs, nutritionists, and fellow comedians, expanding her portfolio beyond stand-up and television hosting.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Eleanor Jane Taylor |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 11" (180 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | St. Martin's School, Brentwood, England |
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| College/University | University of York, England |
| Degree | A Degree in English literature |
Personal Life
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Boyfriends | Phil Black (news reporter) |
| Marriage Date | 2014 |
Family
| Father | Richard Taylor |
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| Mother | Gill Taylor |
| Siblings | Sister - Rachel Parris (comedian, actor) |
| Spouse | Phil Black |
| Children | Son - 1 (born in 2023), Daughter - Valentina Black (born in 2018) |
Career
| Debut | She began her journey with a notable appearance as a contestant on 'Show Me the Funny' in 2011. Ellie Taylor has made a name for herself in the entertainment industry with her diverse talents. |
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| TV Shows | Apart from her stand-up career, she has featured in popular English TV shows such as '8 Out of 10 Cats', 'I'm a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! Now!', 'Mock the Week', 'The Last Leg', 'Would I Lie to You', 'QI', and 'The Mash Report'. |
| Hosting and Presenting | Taylor has hosted and presented various shows including 'Don't Tell The Bride Goes Global', 'Live at the Apollo', 'You Won't Believe This', and 'Snog Marry Avoid?'. |
| Reality TV | Her reality TV participation includes stints on 'Celebrity Squares', 'Celebrity Chase', 'Celebrity Gladiators', 'Strictly Come Dancing' (2022), and 'Ted Lasso' (as Sassy). |
| Writer-Performer | As a writer-performer, she has produced multiple stand-up shows such as 'Elliementary' (2015), 'Infidelliety' (2016), 'This Guy' (2017-2018), 'Don't Got This' (2019-2021), and 'Cravings' (2019, featured as a Netflix special). Additionally, she co-hosted a talk show on Heart FM with author Anna Whitehouse and published her Sunday Times bestseller 'My Child and Other Mistakes' (2021). |
| Netflix | Featured as one of 4 UK comedians in Netflix's 'Comedians of the World' series. |
Favourites
| Dessert | Pastry |
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| Cocktail | Margarita |
| Restaurant | José on Bermondsey Street, London |
Style Quotient
| Car Collection | Citroën |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/elliejanetaylor/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/EllieTaylorComedy/ | |
| https://x.com/EllieJaneTaylor |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Ellie grew up in Essex and was active in sports during her school days, participating in activities like netball. | |
| 2. She was involved in the University of York Drama Society, where she acted in several theatre plays. | |
| 3. Spotted by a modeling agency while interning at FHM Magazine, she initially ventured into modeling for brands like Matalan and Pantene. | |
| 4. Despite her modeling success, Ellie opted to focus on corporate event work and later transitioned into stand-up comedy. | |
| 5. Taylor has made appearances in commercials as well as print advertisements, showcasing her versatility. | |
| 6. In her mid-20s, she embraced stand-up comedy and performed at various venues. | |
| 7. Her leisure activities include traveling and she is a passionate animal lover, with several pet dogs. | |
| 8. In 2011, she won Company Magazine's Lady HaHa title. | |
| 9. Her stand-up show 'This Guy' was a sell-out smash hit at the Edinburgh Fringe 2017, leading to her third nationwide tour which was extended into 2018. | |
| 10. Her clips from 'The Mash Report' became worldwide viral hits, accumulating close to 60 million views online and being shared by Madonna. |