Russell Kane is an English writer, comedian, actor and media personality. In June 2006, he became the face of digital station Five US, and was nominated for an if.comedy award at the Edinburgh Fringe. In May 2008 he joined the line-up for Q Radio relaunch.
In 2004, Kane won the Laughing Horse New Act of The Year, and in 2005 he came second in So You Think You're Funny. He joined Ray Peacock, Russell Howard and Reginald D Hunter on the national Paramount Edinburgh and Beyond tour in October 2005. In November 2005, he filmed the World Comedy Tour in Australia.
He was also asked to be the face of one-off live music event Guerrilla Gig which aired on BBC Three in March 2006.