Des Clarke

In his brand-new stand-up special, Des Clarke explores the comedy of hitting reset. Finding the funny in everything from personal meltdowns to unexpected comebacks. After more than ten years away from the touring circuit, Des returns to the stage with a show that’s as sharp, heartfelt and laugh-out-loud as ever.

Life After Des is a hilarious journey through breakdowns and breakthroughs, disasters and do-overs, and the strange joy of starting again when you least expect it. From the chaos of everyday life to the big questions of who we are and where we’re going, Des finds the punchline in every twist of fate. This is a show about rebirth, resilience, and the power of laughing your way back to life.

Des Clarke is one of the UK’s most popular comedians and broadcasters, known for his quick wit, high energy and natural warmth. A multi award winning stand-up, Des has performed all over the world and now returns to touring for the first time in over a decade with his brand new show Life After Des.

A familiar voice on the airwaves, Des wakes up Scotland every morning as host of the Heart Breakfast Show, while also fronting BBC Scotland’s critically acclaimed Breaking the News.

His extensive TV credits range from The Commonwealth Games Closing Ceremony, SM:TV Live and Hogmanay Live, to appearances on The One Show, Still Game, House of Games, Mastermind, Pointless Celebrities and The Celebrity Chase. He is also the iconic announcer voice of ITV game show Jeopardy.

Des has presented a number of hit documentary series including Des Doesn’t Do and Des Clarke’s Sport Relief Tryathlon. Beyond broadcasting, he is a popular newspaper columnist, writer and after-dinner speaker, establishing himself as one of the country’s most versatile and well loved talents.