Biography
Jessie Nixon is a fast-rising Bristolian comedian with a magnetic stage presence, razor-sharp writing, and a brilliantly offbeat charm. Her five-star, award-winning 2025 Edinburgh Fringe show cemented her status as one of the most exciting new voices in UK comedy.
Fresh from a five-star, award-winning run at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe, she’s been nominated for Ish Comedy Awards Best Newcomer and the Chortle Comedians’ Comedian Award. Jessie’s past accolades include winning the chortle hotshots 2025, Funny Women Stage Awards (3rd runner up) BBC New Comedian of the Year Regional Finalist, and Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year
She plays top clubs across the UK and has supported Fern Brady, Lou Sanders, Helen Bauer and Kate Butch on tour.
“Make no mistake, Nixon is destined for greatness”
"Undeniably funny”
“Genuinely outstanding”
Awards & Competitions
- Finalist - Funny Women - 2022
- Union Jack Radio's One to Watch List - 2022
- Regional Finalist - BBC New Comedian of the Year - 2021
- Nominee- Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year - 2021
- Semi Finalist - So You Think You're Funny - 2018
Appearances & Credits
- Television & Radio:
- BBC Radio Bristol
- BBC1
- BBC3