Matt Berry

Biography

Matt Berry is a force of nature in the world of British comedy, possessing a voice so distinctive and resonant that it has become its own cultural shorthand for "eccentric authority." After graduating with a degree in contemporary arts, he broke into the cult comedy scene with Garth Marenghi's Darkplace and The Mighty Boosh. However, it was his role as the bombastic, wildly unpredictable Douglas Reynholm in The IT Crowd that turned him into a legend. Whether he’s playing the self-important actor Steven Toast in Toast of London or the high-society vampire Laszlo Cravensworth in What We Do in the Shadows, Matt has a unique ability to make the most absurd dialogue sound like Shakespearean oratory. To be honest, his career is just as much about music as it is about acting. He is a prolific songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who has released over ten studio albums, including the 2025 release Heard Noises. He even composed the iconic theme for Toast of London and contributed to the theme of Strictly Come Dancing. As of 2026, Matt has arguably reached the peak of "mainstream ubiquity." Earlier this month, he served as the official announcer for the 98th Academy Awards, bringing his booming baritone to Hollywood's biggest night. From voicing palace droids in Star Wars to narrating the Oscars, Matt has successfully transitioned from a "cult favorite" to a global voice icon.

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