Amy Gledhill's Heartbreaking Loss Precedes Last One Laughing Season Two Launch
The highly anticipated return of Last One Laughing for its second season on Prime Video has been overshadowed by personal tragedy for one of its star comedians. Amy Gledhill, a celebrated British comic known for her sharp observational humour, revealed the devastating loss of her father merely days before the show's premiere. This poignant news casts a sombre light on the otherwise hilarious premise of the series, where ten top comedians compete to keep a straight face while trying to make each other laugh.
Season Two Line-Up and Premiere Details
Last One Laughing season two boasts a stellar ensemble of comedic talent, including household names such as David Mitchell, Diane Morgan, Maisie Adam, Sam Campbell, and Romesh Ranganathan. The first three episodes are now available for streaming on Prime Video, allowing audiences to binge-watch the uproarious challenges. The show's format, which proved a hit with subscribers during its inaugural run, tasks participants with maintaining impeccable poker faces amidst relentless comedic provocations.
Amy Gledhill's Illustrious Career and Personal Tribulations
Hailing originally from Hull, with stints in Leeds and Manchester before settling in London, Amy Gledhill has carved a formidable reputation in the comedy circuit. Her accolades include the prestigious 2024 Edinburgh Comedy Award for her show Make Me Look Fit On The Poster. She is also one half of the acclaimed comedy duo The Delightful Sausage alongside Chris Cantrill. Beyond stand-up, Gledhill's television credits are extensive, featuring roles in Netflix's Sex Education as a beautician, and appearances in Alma's Not Normal, Somewhere Boy, and the thriller Run Away as DC Ruby Todd.
In a deeply moving Instagram post on Friday, March 13, 2026, Gledhill shared a heartfelt tribute to her father, accompanied by cherished photographs. She described him as "embarrassingly supportive", recalling how he gave her a standing ovation at her fourth stand-up gig. "He was heartbreakingly sentimental, the most generous guy in the pub, a proper hard worker, a great singer, incredible on the dance floor and he was cracking jokes and making us laugh right until the end," she wrote. Gledhill expressed profound gratitude for his unwavering encouragement, noting he became a regular at her performances and met many of her colleagues and friends.
Advocacy and Mental Health Initiatives
Amidst her personal grief, Amy Gledhill continues her dedicated work as a patron for Hull and East Yorkshire Mind, a role she assumed in 2026. Her mission is to inject "approachable humour" into conversations about mental health, aiming to destigmatise these discussions. Upon her appointment, Gledhill remarked, "I've always believed that supporting your mental health is as important as supporting Hull City – and in both cases, sometimes you really need someone to lean on. If I can help even one person feel a bit less alone by talking about the tough stuff (and maybe making them laugh along the way), then I'm all in."
While details of her private life remain largely guarded, it is understood that Gledhill is not currently in a relationship. She co-created the podcast Single Ladies In Your Area with fellow comedian Harriet Kemsley, further showcasing her versatility and commitment to comedic collaboration.
Last One Laughing season two is now streaming on Prime Video, offering audiences a blend of laughter and poignant human stories, underscored by Amy Gledhill's resilience in the face of personal loss.
