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Ghosts a Apartment Letting Statistics star Kiell Smith-Bynoe is the BBC’s wholesome new host The Great British Sewing Bee. Let’s find out more about him, including whether he has a partner.
The 35-year-old actor, who was a contestant on the 2021 Christmas special, will step into Sara Pascoe’s shoes while she is on holiday after the birth of her second son.
It was announced that Kiell Smith-Bynoe will host not only series 10 but also the Sewing BeeA special Christmas.
Judges Patrick Grant and Esme Young return for the show’s 10th series.
Sewing Beespin-off of The Great British Bake Off‘ format, sees 12 amateur sewers compete in haberdashery challenges to be crowned Britain’s best home seamstress.
With Smith-Bynoe back on our TV screens as a host, you might want to know about the life of this talented and funny London-born star.
Smith-Bynoe got his start in the world of acting and comedy around 2012 with the YouTube web series Diary of a Bad Man. His first professional role was in the same year in the crime drama series White Chapel.
He has also gone on to star in comedy Man Like Mobeen as well as Sky Atlantic’s comedy drama Dreamland.
He is arguably best known for playing Mike Cooper in the BAFTA nominated sitcom Ghostswhich ended at the end of last year after five series, as well as long-suffering estate agent Dean in Jamie Demetriou’s hit series Stath Installs Flats.
Who is Kiell Smith-Bynoe’s partner?
Smith-Bynoe has not shared details about his sexuality or his relationship, but he has talked about his love life.
In an interview with the Guardian last year, it was confirmed that Kiell Smith-Bynoe has a partner and lives in London.
When asked “How often do you have sex?” Smith-Bynoe responded by saying “Regularly.” Honestly, good for him.
He was also asked what his most prized possession is and he revealed it was a pendant given to Kiell Smith-Bynoe by a former partner.
“A chain with a pendant of masks of tragedy and comedy. He put it before me and then I lost it,” explained Smith-Bynoe.
“I searched for the exact necklace and pendant for about a year, and I bought it and ordered it to their house, so they could give it to me again.”
Parents and family of Kiell Smith-Bynoe
It is very clear that Smith-Bynoe has a deep love for his family and heritage.
“Smith-Bynoe was raised by his mother, who moved to London in 1961 when she was nine, and later took on the role of matriarch to her own brothers,” said an inews interview with the actor.
He has talked about the fact that his mother took him to Barbados during every school summer break, but it was only when he was an adult that he understood why his mother loved the Caribbean so much.
“I think my mother deserves to be in Barbados in the sun and not have to deal with, like, the state of this country, and also the weather, and all of those kinds of concerns.”
Was Kiell Smith-Bynoe on Taskmaster?
Smith-Bynoe was a Taskmaster contestant in 2023. The game show sees five comedian contestants take on various weird and ridiculous challenges, hosted by Alex Horne and Greg Davies.
The comedian was a Series 15 contestant, finishing second on the show. She appeared alongside Dara O Briain, Morgana Robinson, Sarah Kendall and Sophie Duker.
In 2024, he then returned for the Champion of Champions special. He stepped in as Series 15 winner Mae Martin was unable to attend the filming due to a scheduling conflict.
Kiell Smith-Bynoe and Mae Martin’s friendship
With the announcement that Mae Martin would not be able to compete in the Champion of Champions special, they released a statement to confirm that they would be absent.
The acclaimed comedian and Feel good the star shared: “I’d love nothing more than to fight for an ultimate champion title, and spend another week of my life being taunted by Greg. However, I am confident in the choice to send Kiell to fight on my behalf.”
“He’s an agile and highly competitive young man, and also much cooler and funnier than me, so we should have him in the bag.”
“I have sent some surprises so that my presence is felt. Good luck Kiell, I’m catching my breath from the US and rooting for you.”
Smith-Bynoe said afterwards: “As if representing the whole of black Britain in S15 wasn’t enough pressure now I have to represent the whole nation of Canada as the Champion of Champions. I’ve never even been. I didn’t even win my series. Look I’ll try properly.”
After the Taskmaster aired, Martin posted on Instagram: “I’ve watched Champion of Champions @taskmaster, teeth gritted and fists balled, the most intense FOMO I’ve ever felt, and overall I’m FULL back to my friend @klayzeflaymz and to support everyone from his decisions. Especially his epic Mae Martin hockey jersey.”
Martin noted Smith-Bynoe’s use of a puppet made by their father and added: “Also delighted that @thejameschatto’s Alex Horne puppet has had its well-deserved time to shine.”
“Hopefully and praying I’m still disappointed in Canada,” Smith-Bynoe responded.
The Great British Sewing Bee on BBC One on Tuesday at 9pm. The show is also available to stream on BBC iPlayer.
