Description
Join us for an evening with Griff Rhys Jones, the beloved comedian, actor, writer, and presenter, as he reflects on a remarkable life in the spotlight.
From his breakout role in Not the Nine O’Clock News to award-winning travel documentaries and passionate advocacy for heritage and the environment, Rhys Jones’s career spans decades of laughter, insight, and exploration.
With trademark wit and warmth, he’ll share stories from stage, screen, and the great outdoors – offering a candid, entertaining glimpse into the experiences that have shaped him. A unique opportunity to spend time in the company of one of Britain’s most versatile talents.
About the Speaker
Griff Rhys Jones
Celebrated Welsh actor, comedian, writer, and television presenter Griff Rhys Jones rose to fame in the early 1980s, alongside Mel Smith in iconic BBC sketch shows Not the Nine O’Clock News. He also co-founded Talkback Productions, later the influential company Modern Television . In 2004 Griff Rhys Jones was awarded the honorary degree of Doctor of Letters for his outstanding contributions to television and film comedy, the theatre.
About the Chair
Saeed Khan
Saeed Khan is a cultural historian and commentator based at Wayne State University in Detroit, where he teaches in the departments of History and Global Studies. His academic expertise includes Islamic and Middle Eastern history, Islamic political thought, and transnational identities. Alongside his academic work, he is a frequent analyst for international media outlets. Saeed is the founder of the Center for the Study of Trans-Atlantic Diasporas, a policy institute focused on ethnic and immigrant communities in North America and Europe.
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