Actor
British comedian, actor, and writer of protean talent whose gift for character comedy and musical theatre performance has made him a fixture of British entertainment for three decades.
Defining moments and milestones
Matthew Lucas began his career in the 1990s as a sketch comedian and character performer, achieving breakthrough success with the BBC series Little Britain (2003–2006), which he co-created and starred in alongside David Walliams. His subsequent work encompassed musical theatre—including a critically noted performance in Les Misérables in the West End—television presenting (most prominently as a long-serving judge on The Great British Bake Off), and dramatic acting roles including appearances in Doctor Who and the film Prick Up Your Ears. His career exemplifies the modern British entertainer's versatility across comedy, drama, and live performance.
Co-creator and star of Little Britain (2003–2006), a sketch comedy series that became a cultural phenomenon and established him as one of Britain's leading comedians
University of Bristol
Recordings featuring Matt Lucas in the Society index
Additional recordings will appear here as the catalog expands.