Adam Hills

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Biography

Adam Hills is an Australian comedian and television presenter. Known in Australia for hosting the music and quiz show Spicks and Specks and the talk show Adam Hills Tonight, he became known for his combination of positive uplifting comedy and spontaneity - seeing him receive a number of awards and glowing reviews along the way. In 2012, he hosted a one-off series for Channel 4 airing over 2012 London Paralympics called The Last Leg. Now in its 12th series, the show is one of the most popular shows in the UK. He lives in London with his wife and two daughters.

  • Primary profession
  • Writer·producer·actor
  • Country
  • Australia
  • Nationality
  • Australian
  • Gender
  • Male
  • Birth date
  • 10 July 1970
  • Place of birth
  • Sydney
  • Death date
  • 1941-06
  • Death age
  • 61
  • Place of death
  • 1941-1-1
  • Spouses
  • Ali McGregor
  • Education
  • Macquarie University
  • Knows language
  • English language
  • Member of
  • Labour Party

Music

Movies

TV

Books

Trivia

Australian comedian.

Was born with only one foot.

He is also the first Australian to win the International Laughter Award for his comedy.

Brother of Brad Hills

Is a huge fan of Adam Ant.

He is a strong rights activist for people with disabilities.

(August 2006) Edinburgh Fringe Festival

Quotes

Going to Starbucks for coffee is like going to prison for sex. You know,you are going to get it, but it will be a bit rough. .

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