If you like your comedy clever, confident, and just a little bit cheeky, Alex Franklin is a name you should absolutely know.

A rising force on the UK comedy circuit, Alex has built a reputation for sharp writing, quick wit, and a stage presence that feels both assured and effortlessly relatable. Her comedy often draws on modern life, relationships, identity, and the wonderfully awkward moments that sit somewhere between confidence and chaos. It’s smart without being smug, observational without being obvious and always delivered with impeccable timing.

Alex’s trans identity is part of her comedy, but never the whole story. She talks about gender and transition with humour that’s smart, human, and disarmingly relatable, cutting through stereotypes while inviting laughter rather than lectures. It’s comedy that opens doors: for trans audience members who rarely see their lives reflected on stage and for everyone else who simply wants to laugh and connect.

What really sets Alex apart is her ability to balance intelligence with warmth. She’s the kind of comedian who can make a room feel instantly at ease, even as she skewers everyday assumptions or gently dismantles social norms. There’s a playful confidence in her delivery that invites audiences in rather than talking down to them, making her a hit with both comedy die-hards and casual gig-goers alike.

In a comedy landscape that’s constantly evolving, Alex Franklin feels very much part of its future: bold, funny, and unafraid to be herself on stage.

If you get the chance to see her live, take it—you’ll leave feeling like you’ve discovered one of those comedians you’ll be talking about long before everyone else does.