Gyles Brandreth...
Mo Gilligan and Babatunde Aleshe
Mo Gilligan and Babatunde Aleshe are two popular British comedians who have built successful careers through stand-up, television and entertainment. Their friendship and hilarious appearances together on Celebrity Gogglebox have made them familiar faces to UK audiences. Mo is particularly recognised for The Lateish Show and The Masked Singer, while Babatunde has earned attention through I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!, Taskmaster and his stand-up performances. Both comedians have different backgrounds but share a strong passion for making people laugh.
Mo Gilligan and Babatunde Aleshe Quick Bio
| Category | Mo Gilligan | Babatunde Aleshe |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Mosiah Bikila Gilligan | Babatúndé Aléshé |
| Professional Name | Mo Gilligan | Babatunde Aleshe |
| Net Worth | Estimated £1 million–£3 million; not officially confirmed | Estimated £500,000–£1 million; not officially confirmed |
| Date of Birth | 19 February 1988 | 2 August 1986 |
| Age (2026) | 38 years old | 40 years old |
| Birthplace | Lambeth, London, England | London, England |
| Nationality | British | British |
| Ethnicity | Jamaican and Saint Lucian heritage | Nigerian heritage |
| Profession | Comedian, Television Presenter, Actor, Writer and Producer | Comedian, Actor, Writer, Presenter and Podcaster |
| Famous For | The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan, The Masked Singer and The Big Narstie Show | Celebrity Gogglebox, I’m a Celebrity and Taskmaster |
| Nickname | Mo | Baba |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius | Leo |
| Height | Approximately 6 feet 2 inches (188 cm) | Not reliably confirmed |
| Weight | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed |
| Hair Colour | Black | Black |
| Eye Colour | Brown | Brown |
| Father | His father is from Brixton, London | Not publicly confirmed |
| Mother | His mother was born in Wales | Not publicly confirmed |
| Parents’ Background | Jamaican and Saint Lucian family heritage | Nigerian family heritage |
| Siblings | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed |
| Marital Status | Engaged | Married |
| Wife | Brazilian model Taia Tulher (fiancée) | Leonie Aléshé |
| Marriage Status | Not publicly confirmed as married | Married in 2015 |
| Children | One publicly reported child, son Rudi | Two children |
| Son | Rudi | Names not publicly confirmed |
| Daughter | Not publicly confirmed | Names not publicly confirmed |
| Education | Pimlico School, London | Details of formal education not widely documented |
| Early Career | Worked in retail before becoming a full-time comedian | Started pursuing stand-up comedy as a teenager |
| Career Beginning | Developed comedy sketches on social media | Began performing stand-up comedy at around 17 |
| Comedy Style | High-energy, observational, physical and musical comedy | Observational, energetic and storytelling comedy |
| Career Breakthrough | Viral comedy videos attracted widespread attention in 2017 | Recognition on the British stand-up comedy circuit |
| First Major Recognition | Drake shared one of his comedy videos in 2017 | Won the Amused Moose National New Comic Award |
| Major Television Show | The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan | Celebrity Gogglebox |
| Popular Comedy Programme | The Big Narstie Show | The Last Leg |
| Television Presenting | The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan | Most Stupid |
| Television Judging | The Masked Singer UK and The Masked Dancer | BBC New Comedian of the Year head judge |
| Celebrity Gogglebox | Appeared alongside Babatunde Aleshe | Appeared alongside Mo Gilligan |
| The Masked Singer | Regular judge since 2020 | No regular judging role |
| I’m a Celebrity | No major contestant appearance | Competed in 2022 and finished seventh |
| Taskmaster | No regular contestant appearance | Competed in Series 18 in 2024 and finished fourth |
| Netflix Projects | Mo Gilligan: Momentum and Mo Gilligan: There’s Mo to Life | No major solo Netflix comedy special confirmed |
| Film Work | Voiced Beckett in 10 Lives (2024) | Appeared in Pelican Blood and The Naked Poet |
| Acting Projects | 10 Lives and television comedy appearances | Doctor Who, EastEnders, New Tricks, Waking the Dead and Law & Order: UK |
| Stand-Up Specials | Momentum and There’s Mo to Life | Babahood and High Expectations |
| Major Tours | Coupla Cans, There’s Mo to Life and In the Moment World Tour | Babahood and High Expectations |
| Production Company | Founder of MOMO G Productions | Primarily works as a comedian, actor and presenter |
| Podcast | Beginning, Middle and End | Mission Imagination and Then & Now with Baba and Leonie |
| Books | That Moment When… | No widely established published book title confirmed |
| Awards | Multiple BAFTA Awards | Amused Moose National New Comic Award and ARIAS Award recognition |
| BAFTA Recognition | Won BAFTA awards for entertainment presenting and television production | Appeared on BAFTA-nominated Celebrity Gogglebox |
| Other Recognition | Named The Times’ Funniest Man in Britain | Winner of Best Newcomer at the Black Entertainment Comedy Awards |
| Career Highlight | Hosting a successful Channel 4 entertainment show and becoming a BAFTA-winning presenter | Becoming a popular television personality through Celebrity Gogglebox and I’m a Celebrity |
| Comedy Influences | British urban culture, everyday experiences and music | Eddie Murphy and character-based comedy |
| Business Interests | Television production, live tours and entertainment projects | Live comedy, podcasting and brand partnerships |
| Brand Collaborations | Entertainment and commercial partnerships | Tesco, Sky and Boots collaborations |
| Religion | Has publicly discussed his Christian faith | Christian |
| Hobbies | Music, fashion, trainers, football and comedy | Travelling, food, football, comedy and family time |
| Football Interest | Arsenal supporter | No reliably confirmed favourite club |
| Personality | Energetic, expressive and confident | Warm, lively and naturally entertaining |
| Residence | London, England | Hertfordshire, England |
| Years Active | 2010s–present | 2000s–present |
| Social Media | Instagram: @mothecomedian; X: @MoTheComedian; TikTok: @MoGilligan | Instagram and other public social media platforms |
| Official Website | mogilligan.com | babatundealeshe.com |
| Main Income Sources | Stand-up tours, television, production, presenting and brand partnerships | Stand-up tours, television appearances, acting, podcasts and brand partnerships |
| Career Strength | Television entertainment, presenting and stand-up comedy | Stand-up comedy, acting, storytelling and television entertainment |
| Industry | British Comedy and Entertainment | British Comedy and Entertainment |
| Professional Legacy | One of Britain’s prominent contemporary comedians and BAFTA-winning television presenters | A recognised British comedian who has expanded his career across television, acting and live performance |
Mo Gilligan and Babatunde Aleshe Images
