Katherine Ryan from All That Glitters is a hilarious Canadian comedian and actress, and we're here to share lots of interesting information about her life. All That Glitters is a British jewelry competition. Ryan brings a feminine and comedic vibe to the show, which viewers and contestants find engaging. Her quick wit and crude humor have separated her from other female comedians. She's all about taking on a more risqué approach.
Katherine Louisa Ryan was born in Canada on June 30, 1983, in Sarnia, Canada. Before she was in the spotlight, Katherine Ryan attended the University of Toronto, where she majored in City Planning. However, after college, she decided to pursue a different career pathway. She became a waitress at Hooters. She would eventually be let go due to writing “club sandwiches not seals” across her breasts. This anecdote fits her lewd persona nicely.
In 2008, Ryan moved to the UK (home of The Masked Singer UK), where she participated in open mic night performances. It was there that she began developing her comedy routine. That same year, she would go on to win the Nivea Funny Women Award at the Comedy Store. It included a grand prize of 1,000 Euros, a luxury holiday, a year's supply of Nivea skincare products, and a paid gig at the Comedy Store.
In 2013, she appeared on Channel 4’s One’s Let’s Dance For Comic Relief. She danced to “Starships” by Nicki Minaj. Since then, she has become a household name when it comes to British comedy television. She is most famous for her roles in 8 Out Of 10 Cats, Mock The Week, and Would I Lie To You. Ryan would continue to build her notoriety by headlining Live At The Apollo and her own live show Glitter Room on Netflix. Her most recent show The Duchess appeared on Netflix in 2020 but was canceled after one season.
When it comes to her personal life, she is married to her old high school flame, Bobby Koostra. The pair rekindled their romance twenty years later in 2018. They then got married in a civil ceremony in 2019. The couple recently welcomed their first child together. Ryan is now the mother of two, as she had her oldest daughter Violet (who is now 12-years-old) with a previous partner. Shortly after giving birth to her second child, Ryan (like Madison LeCroy from Southern Charm) posed for social media with a beer bottle (and a mouthful of guacamole). Like the Hooters stunt, this fitted her personality.
Katherine Ryan’s standup style is similar to Amy Schumer’s. Her style tends to push boundaries and she does not hold back. For example, she incorporated the cosmetic work done on her breasts into her routine. Her openness with fans has earned her a healthy following of 749k Instagram followers.
All That Glitters premiered on April 13, 2021, on BBC Two at 8pm and can also be viewed on BBC iPlayer.