
Chizzy Akudolu
British actress and mental health advocate best known for her role in Holby City
About Chizzy Akudolu
Chizzy’s remarkable career spans acclaimed television roles in The Woman in the Wall (BBC1) alongside Ruth Wilson, Criminal Record (Apple) with Cush Jumbo and Peter Capaldi, and Best Interests (BBC1) with Sharon Horgan and Michael Sheen. She has been a beloved team captain on ITV’s hit panel show Sorry, I Didn’t Know, and made her hosting debut on Channel 4’s Chef vs Corner Shop. Her screen credits also include Beyond Paradise (BBC1), Man vs Bee (Netflix), Hitmen (Sky), and Death in Paradise (BBC1), to name a few. Fans will also recognise her as series regular Mo Effanga in Holby City and from her memorable appearances on Strictly Come Dancing and Masterchef.
Beyond her acting achievements, Chizzy is an inspiring advocate for mental health, candidly sharing her own experiences with depression to promote awareness and understanding. As a mental health speaker, she engages audiences with authenticity and vulnerability, fostering meaningful conversations about resilience, self-care, and the importance of mental wellbeing.
Whether hosting awards ceremonies, delivering powerful after-dinner talks, or leading discussions on mental health, Chizzy Akudolu brings warmth, humour, and a genuine connection to every engagement, making her an unforgettable presence at any event.
To book Mental Health Speaker and Event Host Chizzy Akudolu, contact The Speakers Agency on +44(0)1332 810481 or email enquiries@thespeakersagency.com
Chizzy Akudolu’s speech topics include, but are not limited to:
- Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Life on the Big Screen
- Overcoming Adversity