Henry Widdicombe – Brother of Comedian Josh Widdicombe

Henry Widdicombe, brother of comedian Josh Widdecombe and organizer of the Machynlleth Comedy Festival, made an appearance on BBC Radio Wales to discuss its forthcoming event and any challenges associated with its revival.

Studies have revealed that Europeans are highly likely to have royalty as relatives, something Josh Widdicombe discovered when taking part in Who Do You Think You Are? Josh made this discovery when participating in Who Do You Think You Are?’s new series.

Early Life and Education

Henry Henry is an English comedian and radio and television presenter best known for his appearances on Mock the Week and BBC Radio 4. Additionally, Henry also hosts his own comedy show on that platform.

He is an avid collector of rare and classic cars as well as being deeply immersed in the music industry, owning Rare Recordings record label and founding Machynlleth Fringe comedy festival.

Josh made his mark as a regular on Mock the Week before joining The Last Leg as co-host Alex Brooker’s co-host in 2012. Josh is an accomplished musician with comedy albums to his credit as well as performing concerts around the UK annually.

Professional Career

He has performed at numerous comedy clubs and festivals, including Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Additionally, he has written for BBC Radio 4s Arthur Smiths Balham Bash and Absolute Radio’s The Frank Skinner Show.

Josh Widdicombe has appeared as a panelist on both Mock the Week and 8 Out of 10 Cats comedy shows, supporting stand-up comedians Russell Howard, Michael McIntyre, and Shappi Khorsandi on their live tours.

He won its inaugural series of the Dave gameshow Taskmaster in 2015. That same year, he co-wrote and starred in BBC Three sitcom Josh; its six episode season proved hugely popular and received another full series in 2017. Additionally, he regularly appears at gigs around Wales performing a sketch show called Superclumpand jokes themed around supermarkets have become staples of his set.

Achievement and Honors

Henry Widdicombe boasts an impressive list of accomplishments. He wrote for Parsons and Naylor’s pull out sections on Radio 2, was principal writer/script editor for Newsrevue in 2005, and currently has one script under development with The Comedy Unit. Furthermore, Henry has performed at numerous venues like South by South Wales Gilded Balloon gig, Cardiff University Swansea Grand Theatre Jesters Bristol Festival Green Man Festival amongst many others.

He has become well known as a performer, appearing on shows such as Have I Got News For You and The Last Leg. Additionally, he published two books. Born in Haytor Vale to mixed parents he kept his personal life private until appearing on Who Do You Think You Are? and finding out that King Henry VIII is his 15x great-grandfather!

Personal Life

Josh Widdicombe has become an active part of the comedy scene. He co-hosts Quickly Kevin and Will He Score? 90s Football Show as well as having his own parenting podcast called Parenting Hell. In addition, this actor wrote a book detailing his experience as a father-of-two.

He is often featured on television programs and radio stations; such as The Graham Norton Show and Radio 4.

Who Do You Think You Are? recently surprised viewers and the comedian himself when he found out his ancestor was related to Henry VIII – this news left everyone amazed and laughing – making for one of the most thrilling episodes ever on this popular reality TV show!

Net Worth

Josh Widdicombe’s Net Worth stands at approximately $2 Million which he amassed through his primary career of Comedian. Additionally, he hosts various shows such as C4’s popular program The Last Leg and graduated from Ilsington Church Of England Primary School and South Dartmoor Community College before studying sociology and linguistics at Manchester University.

He has always been well-received by his fans, as evidenced by their appreciation of his work. He was featured as a contestant on Dave game show Taskmaster and has assisted stand-up comedians such as Russell Howard, Michael McIntyre and Shappi Khorsandi during their tours.

He is proud of the daughter named Pearl he has with Rose Hanson; together they have been living for the last 6 years.