Birmingham is known for its great sense of humour with the city having produced some of the finest English comedians of all time.
The Midlands region has an often overlooked comedy scene that is determined to make it’s mark as confidence grows within Birmingham’s creative quarters.
The city has produced a number of brilliant entertainers, incluidng some of the most best loved comics in the country, and new talent gets discovered every year through the Birmingham Comedy Festival.
With this in mind, we’ve taken a look at all the comedian’s who were born in the city.
1. Joe Lycett
Joe Lycett is one of the UK’s most popular comedians at the moment. Known for his sardonically camp style, whimsical public stunts and elaborate set designs, Lycett has been described as one of Britain’s most popular comedian. He was born in Hall Green | Getty
2. John Oliver
Born and raised in Erdington, Oliver hosts Last Week Tonight with John Oliver on HBO. The comedian also won three Primetime Emmy Awards for writing for The Daily Show | Getty
3. Jasper Carrott: Moseley Grammar School
A true icon of Birmingham comedy, Jasper Carrott was born in Stourbridge and rose to fame in the 1970s with his hit TV show The Golden Age. A big Blues fan, Jasper attended Moseley Grammar School | Getty Images
4. Shazia Mirza
Shazia Mirza is an English comedian, actress, and writer, best known for her brilliant stand-up comedy sets. She went to Lordswood girls school, in Harborne Photo: Martin Twomey