IT'S FAIR to say that Mo Gilligan is the TV star of the moment.
The comic regularly has audiences in fits of laughter, and is an in demand television host.
Who is Mo Gilligan?
Mo Gilligan is a British comedian from London born on February 19, 1988.
He rose to fame in 2017 when a sketch he uploaded to Twitter about different types of DJ raked in a million hits in just 24 hours.
One of his comedy characters, the geezer, has the catchphrase "Bring me a coupla cans" which has been shared and liked by Drake and Stormzy.
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Previously he worked in retail - in the Apple Store, Primark and a Levi's shop.
What TV shows has Mo Gilligan been on?
Mo co-hosted The Big Narstie Show on Channel 4, alongside Grime star Big Narstie.
The comedian was also given his own shows on Netflix called Momentum, and The Lateish Show With Mo Gilligan on Channel 4.
He paired up with Claudia Winkleman to win the 2018 edition of The Big Fat Quiz of the Year hosted by Jimmy Carr.
Mo also appeared on Celebrity Call Centre as an agony uncle, a one-off show which was part of its Stand Up To Cancer charity programming in 2018.
The talented star appeared on The Great Celebrity Bake Off for SU2C, alongside Carol Vorderman, Kelly Brook and Rob Rinder.
He also featured in Soccer Aid 2020 and was part of The Rest of the World team who went on to win the match.
Since 2020 Mo has been on the judging panel of The Masked Singer - he is also been a judge on The Masked Dancer since 2021.
In 2022 the comedian was the host at the Brit Awards 2022, and is returning for the 2023 ceremony.
Mo is also known for presenting Channel 4's Big Breakfast reboot.
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Does Mo Gilligan have a wife?
Mo Gilligan has chosen to keep his personal life away from the spotlight, unlike many comedians who use their home life as stand up material.
It has been reported that the comedian was previ
ously in a relationship with Hollyoaks actress Sophie Wise.
As of 2023 it is not known if Mo is in a relationship, or is a single man.
What is Mo’s net worth?
According to the Idol Net Worth website, Mo isn’t short of a bob or two.
It claims he’s worth a whopping £18 million.
Mo earns is money from touring with his stand-up show, plus presenting high profile TV shows.
