Comedian, Writer & Actress; Event Host, Moderator & Speaker on Neurodiversity and STEM
Ria Lina Biography
Ria Lina is an accomplished multi-award-winning comedian, actress, writer, and academic with a proven ability to engage and inform a range of audiences. Her dynamic presentation style and sharp intellect make her an ideal choice for conference facilitation and hosting.
In 2025 and 2026, Lina undertook two hugely successful national tours, reinforcing her reputation as a captivating MC who works brilliantly with a wide range of audiences, bringing energy, intelligence, humor, and insight.
Diagnosed with autism, Lina is a brilliant keynote speaker on neurodiversity and has wider STEM expertise, making her particularly relevant for scientific and technology events. In 2025, she drew on her scientific background to present "Ria Lina Gets Forensic" for BBC Radio 4.
Lina’s extensive media experience includes appearances on prominent shows such as "Live At The Apollo" (BBC), "Have I Got News For You" (BBC), "QI" (BBC), "Mock The Week" (BBC), "The Last Leg" (Channel 4), and as a regular co-host of "Pointless" (BBC). She has also featured on "The News Quiz" (Radio 4), "The Now Show" (Radio 4), "Late Night Mash" (Dave), and starred in "Lovestruck High" (Amazon Prime).
Notably, Lina is a "Celebrity Mastermind" winner and has co-hosted "Yesterday, Today & The Day Before" (Comedy Central) and "Richard Hammond’s Brain Reaction" (Comedy Central). She has also appeared in "Countdown’s Dictionary Corner" (Channel 4).
With academic qualifications including a BSc in Experimental Pathology, an MSc in Forensic Science, and a PhD in Virology, Lina brings a unique depth of knowledge to her work. She is a regular commentator on Sky News, BBC News, and Times Radio, offering scientific insight, political satire, and analytical commentary.
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Ria Lina is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Belonging, Comedian, European Heritage, Host & Emcee, Neurodiversity, Resilience, STEM -
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Ria Lina is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ria Lina for your event is available upon request. Ria Lina generally travels from UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Robby Hoffman, Fern Brady, Vena "Pretty Vee" Excell, Helen Keaney and Heidi Gardner. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ria Lina for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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