Local mental health charity Hull and East Yorkshire Mind is delighted to announce that Amy Gledhill – the Hull-born, multi-award-winning comedian and actress – has been appointed as the charity’s first-ever Patron.
Recognised for her warm, sharply observed humour and her ability to find laughter even in life’s more difficult moments, Amy brings authenticity, relatability and a distinctive Hull voice to the role.
Amy has been an influential figure in British comedy since 2012, performing both solo and as half of the acclaimed double act The Delightful Sausage. She has earned multiple major nominations at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival – including Best Newcomer and two Best Show nominations in a single year – and in 2024 won the prestigious Edinburgh Comedy Award for Best Show.
Her television and radio work includes roles in Alma’s Not Normal, Hullraisers, Would I Lie To You?, and the BBC children’s series Big Fat Like, as well as hosting and co-hosting podcasts such as Northern News and Obsessed With… Happy Valley. She has also toured nationally following sold-out runs at Soho Theatre. More recently, Amy appeared in the Netflix thriller series Run Away, based on the novel by Harlan Coben.
Hull and East Yorkshire Mind believe Amy’s humour and honesty make her an ideal advocate in its mission to support mental health across the region.
Emma Dallimore, Chief Executive of Hull and East Yorkshire Mind, said: “We wanted our first Patron to be someone who truly understands the power of talking, laughing, listening and being unapologetically themselves. Amy embodies all of those things and so much more.
“She has a way of turning even the most chaotic parts of life into something people can connect with – not just because it’s funny, but because it’s real. Her openness about mental health, her willingness to tackle difficult subjects with honesty and warmth, and her genuine passion for supporting people in our community make her the perfect partner for us.”
Amy Gledhill said: “Becoming Patron of Hull and East Yorkshire Mind is an absolute honour. I’ve always believed that supporting your mental health is as important as supporting Hull City – and in both cases, sometimes you really need someone to lean on. If I can help even one person feel a bit less alone by talking about the tough stuff (and maybe making them laugh along the way), then I’m all in”
As Patron, Amy will work with the charity on campaigns, events, and initiatives that encourage people across Hull and East Yorkshire to seek help early, support one another, and feel confident having open conversations about their mental health.
Hull and East Yorkshire Mind hopes that her involvement will help bring visibility, compassion and an approachable humour to the charity’s work, especially in an area that is still so often stigmatised and difficult for people to talk about.
More information can be found at www.heymind.org.uk/our-patron