Sally Phillips

Biography

Queen of the virtual event – Sally Phillips is a British comic actress and writer.

Listed in The Observer as one of the 50 funniest acts in British comedy (2003), Sally is one of the instantly recognisable forces behind Channel 4’s award-winning comedy sketch show, Smack the Pony.

From I’m Alan Partridge to Hippies, Green Wing, Miranda, Parents and Veep, Sally has been a near-constant comic presence on British television, so if you’re staging a virtual event, Sally is the perfect host – for awards ceremonies, parties and other personal appearances.

Sally has starred in three Bridget Jones films and The Decoy Bride, which she co-wrote. She has also played the eponymous character Claire in Radio 4’s award-winning sitcom, Clare in the Community, since 2004. With anecdotes about these roles and a sprinkling of humour tailored for your event, Sally is a popular keynote and after dinner speaker and MC.

In 2016 Sally fronted a documentary A World Without Down’s Syndrome? (BBC2), exploring the ethical implications of our national screening policy. It was nominated for the Radio Times Readers Awards.

Sally’s intelligence, talent, and razor-sharp wit make her perfect for a range of corporate and virtual events.