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Nathan Junior Caton (born 2 November 1984) is an English comedian.

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Early life

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Caton was born in Hammersmith, London and raised in the West London town of Greenford. He has a younger brother who is accredited to some of Caton's early jokes. He went to Dormers Wells High School and subsequently Richmond upon Thames College which is where he became interested in comedy upon taking A Level Drama and continued the interest whilst an architecture student at Anglia Ruskin University. In 2005 he won the Chortle Student Comedian of the Year award. He was the first in his family to graduate from university but chose to pursue comedy full-time, much to his parents' initial disappointment. Caton is a Brentford fan.[2]

Career

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Caton appeared on ITV's Comedy Cuts in 2007 after appearing at the Edinburgh Festival. In 2012, he did a tour called "Get Rich or Die Cryin'". He has also written for the children's series Rastamouse.[3] Also in 2012, he wrote and appeared in the Radio Four series Can't Tell Nathan Caton Nothing, looking at his own life involving how he went into a career in comedy against his parents' wishes after his background in architecture.[4][5] In July 2012, he appeared on the Radio Four programme The Now Show, on which he did a sketch referring to a news story about John Terry. He subsequently appeared again in March 2013 (mocking Justin Bieber's recent UK tour) and in October 2013. He has also appeared on Russell Howard's Good News and Mock the Week. In 2014, Nathan hosted Videogame Nation for Ginx TV on Challenge. Caton also wrote the CBeebies series JoJo and Gran Gran.

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Nathan Caton is an English stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and presenter known for his personal and observational humor blending family life with social and political commentary. Born on November 2, 1984, in , , he began performing at the age of 19 while studying at university, quickly establishing himself on the circuit. Caton gained early recognition with awards including the Chortle Student Comic of the Year in 2005 and runner-up in the Amused Comedy Search, followed by a Paramount Comedy pilot that boosted his profile. Over the years, he has headlined tours across the and internationally, including shows at the with five solo productions, and performances in cities like , New York, , and . His television credits include standout appearances on Live at the Apollo (BBC One), Mock the Week (BBC Two), Russell Howard's Good News (BBC Three), House of Games (BBC Two), and Pointless Celebrities (BBC One), alongside hosting The Nathan Caton Show on . On radio, Caton created and starred in the BBC Radio 4 series Can't Tell Nathan Caton Nothing, a comedy blending stand-up with re-enacted family scenes that ran for multiple series starting in 2012, and has guested on The News Quiz and Fighting Talk. In theatre, Caton portrayed the Narrator in the 2024–2025 UK tour of , interacting with audiences in a role that showcased his improvisational skills. His writing work extends to television series such as Stand Up for the Week (Channel 4), JoJo & Gran Gran (CBBC), and Rastamouse (CBBC), earning him further accolades like the Broadcast Hotshot in 2007 and FHM Stand Up Hero Finalist in 2010. Caton has also hosted podcasts including The Football Forum (2016), The Weekly Roast (2020–2021), and That's My Team (2022), often focusing on sports and current events, while he toured with My Big Fat Blasian Wedding in 2025.

Early life

Upbringing and family

Nathan Caton was born on 2 November 1984 in , , , as Nathan Junior Caton. He was raised in , , in a working-class , where his worked in construction. Born to Jamaican parents, Caton grew up immersed in cultural traditions, which would later shape elements of his comedic material and entrepreneurial pursuits, such as his business. As the eldest sibling, with two younger sisters and a younger brother, Caton often drew early comedic inspiration from sibling rivalries and family interactions, particularly his brother's antics, which provided fodder for observational humor. His parents initially disapproved of his aspirations in , urging him toward stable professions like to secure financial reliability, reflecting their emphasis on upward mobility in a modest household. Caton became the first in his family to attend , though he later left to pursue , highlighting his parents' hopes for conventional success. From a young age, Caton developed a passion for , the local football club, which influenced his humorous takes on sports fandom, community life, and the quirks of working-class aspirations in . This environment of familial expectations, cultural roots, and everyday observations laid the foundation for his distinctive comedic voice, centered on relatable family dynamics and personal experiences.

Education

Nathan Caton attended Dormers Wells High School in , where he first developed an interest in drama. He later pursued A Levels in Drama at , which provided early exposure to performance and further nurtured his creative interests. Caton enrolled at to study architecture, becoming the first in his working-class family to attend university. At age 19, after completing his first year, he decided to leave the program in 2004 to pursue full-time, despite his parents' pressure for him to complete his studies and secure a stable career. Following his departure from university, Caton faced initial financial struggles and took part-time jobs to support himself while building his comedy career.

Career

Comedy beginnings

Nathan Caton began his career in late 2004 at the age of 19, performing on the comedy circuit while pursuing his studies at . This early entry marked a pivotal shift from his academic path, as he balanced late-night gigs with university demands. In 2005, just one year into his comedy pursuits, Caton won the Chortle Student Comedian of the Year award, which recognized his emerging talent as a second-year architecture student. The victory highlighted his confessional style, blending personal anecdotes with social observations on everyday life. Caton gained his first major exposure at the in 2007, where he performed in the double bill The Honky and The Wog alongside another comedian. This appearance was followed by a slot on ITV's Comedy Cuts, providing broader visibility for his act. During this period, he developed material rooted in family dynamics, relationships, and his experiences as a Black British comedian, themes that would later expand to include explorations of mixed cultural identities. Early in his career, Caton faced challenges in reconciling his comedy ambitions with his studies and overcoming his parents' skepticism, as he was the first in his family to attend and they had anticipated a more conventional profession like . Despite their initial apprehension, his quick accolades helped validate the pivot toward a full-time career.

Stand-up performances

Caton launched his debut stand-up tour, titled Get Rich or Die Cryin', in 2012, where he explored themes of economic hardship and personal challenges through self-deprecating humor. Over the years, Caton's comedic style has evolved to blend anecdotes from his life with sharp , often drawing on his experiences in a multicultural household and broader cultural dynamics. This approach is evident in his routines addressing contemporary issues, such as the 2024 UK riots, featured in a dedicated special that garnered attention for its timely observations. In 2025, Caton embarked on his first major tour since 2022 with My Big Fat Blasian , a show delving into the stresses of wedding planning, cultural clashes in his mixed-race marriage, and the associated financial burdens, performed across various venues from May onward. Beyond tours, Caton maintains an active presence on the circuit, regularly headlining at established clubs such as Comedy Carnival in and in Newcastle and , with performances scheduled through 2025. For instance, he headlined a show at the Crown & Treaty in on November 12, 2025. His early award wins, including Chortle Student Comic of the Year, propelled his entry into these circuits. Caton's performances span intimate club settings to larger festivals like the Edinburgh Fringe and Bournemouth Comedy Festival, where he delivers engaging, relatable material with a charismatic flair that connects with diverse audiences.

Television and radio

Caton first gained prominence on British television through stand-up comedy appearances on major BBC panel shows. He debuted on Russell Howard's Good News on BBC Three in 2011, delivering routines drawn from his personal experiences. He followed with guest spots on Mock the Week on BBC Two, appearing in multiple episodes from 2011 to 2015, where he contributed topical humor and stand-up segments. In 2014 and 2016, Caton performed full stand-up sets on Live at the Apollo on BBC One, showcasing his observational style to a national audience. He also appeared on House of Games (BBC Two) in 2020. In 2014, Caton hosted Videogame Nation on Ginx TV, a series broadcast on Challenge that explored gaming culture through humorous segments and interviews, blending his with the show's focus on video games. This role marked his transition into presenting, adapting stand-up material for light-hearted commentary on pop culture topics. On radio, Caton starred in and co-wrote the BBC Radio 4 series Can't Tell Nathan Caton Nothing, which ran for three series from 2012 to 2014 and consisted of 16 episodes blending stand-up with re-enacted family scenes about his career choice as a over . He also contributed satirical sketches to on in 2012 and 2013, joining regular hosts and for topical . These radio outings highlighted his storytelling abilities in a scripted format. Caton served as a and performer on Stand Up for the Week on from 2010 to 2014, providing additional material and on-screen contributions to the satirical . He continued appearing as a guest on panels into the , including The Football's On on TNT Sports (formerly BT Sport) in 2023 and Pointless Celebrities on in 2021, maintaining his presence in broadcast media. These roles facilitated Caton's shift from live stand-up to national television and radio platforms, significantly expanding his reach beyond clubs.

Writing and voice acting

Nathan Caton began his writing career for children's television with the animated series , where he contributed scripts from 2011 to 2015, including the episode "Wicked Wednesday" in 2012. The show features a reggae-singing mouse detective solving mysteries in a satirical take on stories adapted for a young audience, blending humor with moral lessons on community and justice. In 2020, Caton wrote multiple episodes for the animated series , a family-oriented program that follows a young Black girl and her grandmother exploring everyday adventures, such as a trip to the hairdresser's in one award-nominated installment. The scripts incorporate themes of intergenerational bonding and cultural representation, drawing on relatable family dynamics to educate preschoolers about emotions, routines, and diversity. Caton's recent writing includes the 2024 CBeebies episode "How To Record Sound" for Big Lizard, an about in a setting, and the 2025 episode "Stinky Socks" for Football Fantastics, which humorously addresses reluctance in team sports through a child's perspective on . His approach to these educational children's scripts involves infusing observational humor from personal and experiences, such as sports enthusiasm or household quirks, to make learning engaging without relying on on-screen performance. This style subtly influences his overall , adapting confessional elements to suit young viewers.

Theatre roles

Nathan Caton made his professional theatre debut in the role of the Narrator for the 2024–2025 UK tour of Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show, which began on 19 August 2024 at the Churchill Theatre in Bromley. In this iconic part, Caton serves as the story's guide, linking the audience to the action while maintaining control amid interactive elements, drawing on his stand-up background to deliver quips and respond to crowd energy. The production, a rock musical known for its cult following, features Caton alongside rotating casts including Jason Donovan as Frank-N-Furter at select venues, with tour stops continuing across the UK into 2026. To prepare for the scripted role, Caton studied prior productions, including the 2015 live broadcast featuring Stephen Fry, and incorporated topical personal jokes to blend his improvisational comedy style with the narrative demands. Critics and audiences have praised his adaptation, noting his "cheeky but charming" delivery, quick-witted asides, and ability to engage crowds hilariously while keeping the show on track—elements that have evolved since the tour's opening. This marks a significant career milestone for Caton, transitioning his solo stand-up energy into ensemble theatre. Caton performed the role from August 2024 through September 2025 and is cast for select dates in 2026. While his primary focus remains this production, he has integrated occasional elements into festivals prior to this debut.

Business ventures

In 2024, Nathan Caton founded Caton Rum Punch, a line of Caribbean-inspired ready-to-drink punches, marking his entry into beyond . The business originated from a homemade Caton developed over more than a decade, drawing briefly from family traditions in Jamaican and Caribbean culinary practices. He refined the formula during the lockdowns, scaling production from personal batches to larger quantities for events, and decided to commercialize it after serving 45 liters at his wedding, where it was consumed by 200 guests in just one hour. Caton Rum Punch launched commercially in November 2024 with an online store at catonrumpunch.com, following an application for a premises license in August 2024. The product line includes four flavors: Original at 11% ABV, at 10% ABV, at 11% ABV, and Ginger at 12.5% ABV, all crafted in Caton's kitchen to emphasize authentic tropical notes using a blend of rums and natural ingredients. By November 2025, the brand expanded to retail availability, such as at Longacres Garden Centre in , , and offered gift packs containing four 250ml bottles for holiday and event sales. Caton positions himself as the CEO, overseeing production and distribution for bulk orders of 24 bottles or more. Marketing for Caton Rum Punch integrates Caton's comedic persona and Jamaican heritage, with promotions on via @catonrumpunch on and appearances at trade events like Autumn Fair 2025. The brand's tagline, "I don't just make jokes, I make punch too," blends humor with product appeal, targeting consumers seeking convenient, heritage-inspired beverages for parties and gifting. This approach has supported steady growth from online direct sales to physical retail placements in the UK.

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