Mo Gilligan rose to fame in 2017 after sharing funny comedy sketches online. The 38-year-old Londoner was working at a clothing retailer when he began posting clips on social media. His observational comedy, impersonating groups of girls, annoying siblings, and peculiar uncles, quickly gained a following.
Early Career and Breakthrough
During his early career, Mo worked as a shop assistant at Levi's. His comedy became so popular that shoppers visited the store specifically to meet him. In 2017, his life changed when rapper Drake noticed a parody video titled 'Cockney guys when they see a bit of sun'. In the video, Mo adopts a cockney accent, exclaiming: 'F****** hell, it's a bit hot. Jesus f****** Christ, it's like Jamaica. Julie, get a coupla cans in! Get a coupla cans, love.' Drake posted the video on Instagram, writing: 'Enjoying this Julie bring me a couple cans weather today.'
Rise to Stardom
Mo has since enjoyed enormous success with his stand-up performances, selling out his debut UK tour in just two minutes. He co-hosted Channel 4's The Big Narstie Show with rapper Big Narstie and later secured his own show, The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan. He also serves as a panellist on ITV's The Masked Singer, has hosted the Brit Awards, and appears on Celebrity Gogglebox with actor and comedian Babatunde Aleshe.
Personal Life
Mo dated actress Sophie Wise from 2018 until their amicable split in 2022. Wise is known for her role as Carly Bradley in Hollyoaks. In 2024, Mo became a father to son Rudi with ex-partner Selina Christoforou. He is now engaged to model Taia Tulher, 28, and the couple welcomed a newborn in summer 2025. Taia is a London-based model who has worked with brands like Chanel.
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