Josh Howie, born on February 22, 1976 (50 years old) in London, England, is known today as a GB News presenter and political commentator.
On GB News, he has been a regular on-air face and has hosted shows including Free Speech Nation.
Away from live TV, he has also written for outlets including The Guardian and The Jewish Chronicle.
Keep reading Josh Howie’s Wiki to learn more about his life, wife, family, education, career, controversy, facts, and more.
Josh Howie Wiki & Early Life
| Full Name | Joshua Howie |
| Profession | Political commentator, broadcaster, comedian, columnist, screenwriter |
| Age | 50 years old |
| Date of Birth | February 22, 1976 |
| Nationality | British |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Pisces |
| Birthplace | London, England, UK |
| Current Address | London, England, UK |
Josh Howie Wife & Children
Josh Howie married Monique Duffy in 2008. Details about their wedding date and place are yet to be updated.
Children
The couple has 4 children, but details like their names and date of birth are yet to be updated.
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Wife | Monique Duffy |
| Children | 4 |
Josh Howie Family
Josh Howie’s parents are Lynne Franks (mother) and Paul Howie (father). He is Jewish and grew up in London in a Buddhist household led by his mother and father.
Siblings
Some public bios list Josh Howie as having a sister named Jessica Howie. More detailed information about siblings, like ages, careers, or whether he has any other brothers or sisters, is yet to be updated.
| Parent’s Name | Father: Paul Howie Mother: Lynne Franks |
| Siblings | Sister: Jessica Howie |
Josh Howie Education
Josh Howie attended Mill Hill School in London, where he was a weekly boarder.
Religious Studies and Rabbinical Training
Howie went to Israel and worked on a kibbutz, and trained to be a rabbi. Any other details regarding his education are yet to be updated.
| School | Mill Hill School |
| Alma Mater | Yet to be updated |
| Highest Qualification | Yet to be updated |
Josh Howie Career
Josh Howie began performing stand-up on the London comedy circuit in 2002. As he built a name on the live circuit, he also took shows to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. One of his best-known early Fringe shows is Chosen (2008), which helped push him into a wider UK comedy audience.
First TV and radio credits (2008 to 2010s)
In 2008, Howie moved further into broadcasting when he became the presenter of the Sky Movies show The Movie Geek. It was a film-focused presenter role, built around reviewing and talking about movies.
In April 2009, he appeared on BBC Radio 4’s stand-up series 4 Stands Up. Later, he also wrote and starred in the BBC Radio 4 sitcom Josh Howie’s Losing It, which ran as two series (broadcast in 2016 and 2018).
Writing and columns (2011 onwards)
Alongside comedy and broadcasting, Howie has worked as a writer and columnist. Josh began contributing to the online men’s lifestyle magazine Blokely in 2011. He has also written articles for The Guardian and has written for The Jewish Chronicle.
GB News work: Headliners (late 2021-June 2025)
Howie became a familiar face on GB News through Headliners, the channel’s late-night comedy newspaper review show. He served as a weekday host, and the show ran until it ended in June 2025.
Co-anchors and on-air names he worked with on Headliners (publicly reported):
- Andrew Doyle is the creator and original regular host of Headliners before leaving the channel for other work.
- Leo Kearse was the regular host.
- Simon Evans is another regular host Josh has worked with.
Other regulars mentioned as appearing on the show include Nick Dixon, Dominic Frisby, Sajeela Kershi, Steve N Allen, and Lewis Schaffer.
GB News work: Free Speech Nation (2024-present)
In December 2024, Howie became the presenter of GB News’s Sunday evening show Free Speech Nation. The format is a weekly round-up of stories, with comedy and commentary from stand-up and politics-adjacent guests.
Co-anchors and contributors on Free Speech Nation (publicly reported):
- GB News has presented Howie as the show’s presenter.
- Andrew Doyle has been described as continuing with the channel as a contributor when Howie took over as presenter.
| Year | Role/Title | Organization/Project |
| 2002 | Stand-up comedian | London comedy circuit |
| 2008 | Performer | Chosen (Edinburgh Festival Fringe show) |
| 2008 | Presenter | The Movie Geek (Sky Movies) |
| April 2009 | Stand-up performer | 4 Stands Up (BBC Radio 4) |
| 2011 | Contributor | Blokely |
| 2016 | Writer and actor | Josh Howie’s Losing It (BBC Radio 4) |
| 2018 | Writer and actor | Josh Howie’s Losing It (BBC Radio 4) |
| Late 2021-June 2025 | Weekday host | Headliners (GB News) |
| 2024-present | Presenter | Free Speech Nation (GB News) |
Josh Howie Controversies
Josh Howie has faced public backlash mainly linked to comments he made on GB News, followed by a regulator finding and professional fallout.
| Year | Controversy | Detail |
| 2025 | GB News “Headliners” LGBTQ+ remark and complaints | On January 22, 2025, during Headliners on GB News, Howie said that “full inclusion of LGBTQ+ persons” includes paedos.” The comment triggered large-scale complaints to Ofcom and a petition-led complaint campaign. |
| 2025 | Ofcom ruled the broadcast breached the Broadcasting Code | On October 6, 2025, Ofcom published its decision saying the content had the potential to be highly offensive and breached the Broadcasting Code, while also noting GB News would not face further action after follow-up programming. |
| 2025 | The agent dropped him after the GB News backlash | Howie said in public comments that he was dropped by his acting agent after the controversy. |
Josh Howie Net Worth, Salary
Specific details about Josh’s net worth and annual salary are yet to be updated.
| Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
| Salary (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
Josh Howie Height, Weight & Physical Stats
Josh has dark brown eyes and is bald (no hair); earlier images show that he had dark brown hair. His height and weight are yet to be updated.
| Height | In centimetres: Yet to be updated In meters: Yet to be updated In feet & inches: Yet to be updated |
| Weight | In kg: Yet to be updated In lbs: Yet to be updated |
| Hair Color | Blad |
| Eye Color | Dark brown |
Josh Howie Instagram, X, Facebook
| X |  @joshxhowie |
 @joshhowiecomedian |
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Interesting Facts About Josh Howie
- Josh Howie took a show called Chosen to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2008.
- He wrote and starred in the BBC Radio 4 sitcom Josh Howie’s Losing It, which ran in 2016 and 2018.
- Josh became a regular GB News face as a weekday host on the late-night comedy review show Headliners.
- Howie has written for outlets including The Guardian and The Jewish Chronicle.
FAQs
Who is Josh Howie?
Josh Howie is a British comedian, writer, and broadcaster. He is best known in recent years for his work on GB News, including hosting roles on Headliners and Free Speech Nation.
How old is Josh Howie?
Josh Howie is 50 years old and was born on February 22, 1976.
What is Josh Howie’s job on GB News now?
Josh Howie has been the host of Free Speech Nation on GB News since December 2024.
Was Josh Howie on the show Headliners?
Yes. Josh Howie was a weekday host on GB News’s late-night show Headliners, which ran in that format until it ended in June 2025.
Is Josh Howie married?
Yes. Josh Howie has been married to Monique Duffy since 2008.
What is Josh Howie known for outside GB News?
Josh Howie wrote and starred in the BBC Radio 4 sitcom Josh Howie’s Losing It, which ran from 2016 to 2018. He has also worked as a stand-up comedian and writer.
