Sofie Hagen

Sofie Hagen is an award-winning Danish comedian and author who combines sharp observational humour with unflinching honesty about bodies, mental health, and sexuality. Winner of the Edinburgh Fringe Best Newcomer award in 2015, she has built an international career spanning sold-out theatre tours across the UK, Europe, and Australia, whilst co-hosting the BBC Sounds true-crime podcast Bad People and co-founding The Guilty Feminist podcast. Her latest book, Will I Ever Have Sex Again?, tackles sexual frustration and liberation through conversations with experts and public figures, whilst her current stand-up show Banglord tours extensively throughout 2026 and 2027. Sofie helps organisations foster inclusive workplace cultures through sessions that make difficult conversations about body positivity, feminism, and mental health both accessible and genuinely entertaining, equipping audiences with practical tools to examine biases and spark lasting cultural change.

When Sofie Hagen took to the stage at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2015, she left with the prestigious Best Newcomer award and a reputation for comedy that refuses to shy away from difficult conversations. The Danish comedian has since built a career that spans continents and platforms, from sold-out theatre tours across the UK, Europe, and Australia to multiple podcasts that have reached millions of listeners. Her work consistently challenges audiences to rethink their assumptions about bodies, mental health, and societal norms, all whilst delivering comedy that makes people laugh until their sides ache. With two acclaimed books to her name, including Happy Fat and her latest work Will I Ever Have Sex Again?, released in May 2024, Sofie has demonstrated her ability to translate her stage presence into powerful written work that resonates far beyond the comedy circuit. Her current stand-up show, Banglord, described as "a banger of a show" by Entertainment Now, tackles sexual frustration and world domination with the devastatingly brilliant observational humour that has become her trademark.

Sofie's credentials extend well beyond her award-winning stand-up. She launched Sofieland: The Bunker in 2026, adding to an already impressive podcasting portfolio that includes co-hosting the BBC Sounds original true-crime podcast Bad People with Dr Julia Shaw, and co-founding The Guilty Feminist podcast with Deborah Frances-White. Her television appearances span BBC2's Live from the BBC and Comedy Central's Stand Up Central, whilst her voice has become familiar to Radio 4 listeners across numerous programmes. She has also demonstrated her versatility as a presenter, hosting events ranging from the Lovie Awards to the European Coffee Symposium, working with corporate audiences in both the UK and Denmark. Her extensive touring schedule through 2026 and 2027 includes performances across major cities in the UK, Scandinavia, and mainland Europe, from Edinburgh's Monkey Barrel and London's Soho Theatre to venues in Copenhagen, Berlin, Stockholm, and beyond, reflecting the international appeal of her distinctive comedic voice.

Sofie equips audiences with practical tools to foster more inclusive, compassionate workplace cultures whilst ensuring every session delivers genuine entertainment value. Whether performing stand-up or delivering tailored talks on body positivity, mental health, feminism, or podcasting, she creates spaces where difficult topics become accessible and actionable. Her approach encourages organisations to examine their own biases and assumptions, sparking conversations that continue long after the event concludes. Audiences leave with renewed perspective on how language, policy, and everyday interactions shape organisational culture, alongside the laughter and energy that makes her sessions genuinely memorable. For events seeking a speaker who combines intellectual rigour with exceptional comedic timing, Sofie delivers content that informs, challenges, and inspires lasting change.