Quick Info
| Profession | Comedian, presenter and broadcaster |
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| Nationality | English |
| Date of Birth | 28/05/1991 |
| Age | 35 years |
| Birthplace | Didcot, Oxfordshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Latest News about Matt Richardson
23/07/2026
Matt Richardson was confirmed as the host of the 2026 Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards, which recognise achievements across ten categories. He was introduced as a multi-award-winning stand-up comedian, broadcaster and television presenter for the event.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Matthew Jeffrey Richardson |
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| Summary | English comedian and broadcaster known for co-presenting the ITV2 spin-off The Xtra Factor and for presenting on Virgin Radio UK. He began stand-up comedy at 18, with debut performances in November 2009, and has grown up in Didcot. He is also a multi-award-winning stand-up and a regular television presenter. |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Sam Rollinson |
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Career
| Stand-up Comedy | Began performing stand-up from 2009; appeared in the finals of So You Think You're Funny and the Chortle Student Comedian award. Took the acclaimed Edinburgh Festival show Imposter on a UK tour. |
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| The Xtra Factor (2013) | Co-presented the ITV2 spin-off with Caroline Flack. |
| Virgin Radio UK (2016) | Became the drive time presenter. |
| Celebrity Haunted Hotel Live (2016) and Celebrity Haunted Mansion (2018) | Co-presented with Christine Lampard on UKTV's W channel. |
| The Hangover Games (2019) | Featured in this television show. |
| Dancing on Ice (series 13, 2021) | Competed as a replacement for Rufus Hound and was the third contestant eliminated. |
| Viral Tap (2014) | Featured in this television show. |
| Bit Much Mate (2026 tour) | Touring stand-up show with live dates running from autumn 2026 into 2027. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Replaced Rufus Hound on the thirteenth series of Dancing on Ice. | |
| 2. Performed at the Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot, his hometown. |
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