Russell Howard is a British comedian, television presenter, and actor. Born in Bristol, England, he rose to prominence with his appearances on the comedy panel show Mock the Week and solidified his reputation with his own show, Russell Howard's Good News. The show, which ran from 2009 to 2015, featured Howard’s comedic take on current events and became one of the network's most-watched programs. His other notable works include the travel documentary series Russell Howard & Mum: USA Road Trip and The Russell Howard Hour on Sky One. He also hosts Russell Howard’s Wonderbox podcast, where guests bring their stories and most memorable and funniest moments of their lives.