Who is Sophie Willan? Meet the Taskmaster season 17 contestant
It's currently springtime, so the clocks will be adjusted and you'll notice flowers blooming. Additionally, the TV show Taskmaster has returned for another season.
Greg Davies and Alex Horne are back with five new comedians trying to win the most prestigious prize on TV: the golden head of Greg. They will have to prove their comedic skills and impress the judges.
Sophie Willan is eager to earn recognition as one of the top performers this season. However, even if she doesn't clinch the award, she's certain to become one of the most talked about and successful new talents.
Therefore, in case you are relishing her performance on Taskmaster, below are the previous shows Willan has appeared in and the sources you can explore to witness more of her efforts.
Sophie Willan hails from Bolton and is proficient in comedic performances, acting, and writing.
Her 2016 stand-up performance, On Record, made her popular with comedy enthusiasts after her debut at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
During her performance, she read through reports from social workers about her childhood experiences of being in and out of the foster care system. This set was so successful that she went on a tour all over the country. Her next show, Branded, was also highly praised by critics and completely sold out in the United Kingdom.
Sophie Willan's Filmography?
The article about Sophie Willan's appearance on Taskmaster.
Sophie Willan's stand-up was a hit, and she was invited by BBC Radio 4 to make a four-part series called Sophie Willan's Guide to Normality. In this show, she explored the idea of what it means to be 'normal'.
Let's talk about Alma's Not Normal, the remarkable comedy series that Willan is famous for producing, writing, and acting in. It premiered in 2020 with its first episode, followed by an entire season the next year. Now, we can anticipate a second season.
In 2022, she was awarded the prestigious BAFTA for Best Female Comedy Performance due to her remarkable portrayal of Alma Nuthall in a highly contested category that boasted popular personalities such as Rose Matafeo and Aisling Bea who were also featured in the famous show, Taskmaster.
Willan has also showcased her acting skills in the television series Still Open All Hours and the festive movie Click & Collect. Furthermore, she took on more challenging roles by portraying the character of Maeve in the second season of the BBC's prison drama Time, which aired last year.
If you are familiar with her voice, it is probably because Willan worked as the narrator for the reality series The Circle that aired on Channel 4.
Where Can I Find Sophie Willan On IG?
Sophie Willan may not be on X, but rest assured, she does have an active presence on Instagram. If you're interested in keeping up with her latest updates, be sure to give her a follow at @sophiewillan.
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