About Eddie
Sony Award winner and 2022 Best Speech Broadcaster nominee
radio presenter, host, compere, master of ceremonies, comic, actor, charity fundraiser and writer.
As a social commentator Eddie has featured on numerous TV & radio programmes and documentaries across Channel 4, ITV2, MTV, Sky Arts and the BBC, speaking on wide ranging subjects from politics, British / African-Caribbean culture and the arts.
The BBC
After many years of presenting his own show on Choice FM where he built up a must-listen phone in show on a station famed for music Eddie was head hunted by BBC Radio London. Moving to the BBC in 2002, he has been hosting his own show ever since, recently moving from his popular drive time show to his current timeslot of 10am – 2pm Monday – Thursdays.
Professional Actor
Eddie was born & brought up in Hackney and attended several youth drama groups before becoming a professional actor. His breakthrough role was as Staff Nurse Cyril James in 3 series of the BBC’s long running hospital drama Casualty. He has had many TV and film roles since, most notably joining the regular cast of the iconic BBC show The Real McCoy.
The Entertainer
Eddie was a founder of the pioneering group of actors The Posse who wrote & produced their own shows for stage & television, breaking down many barriers that existed for Black artists. He founded GeeStor Productions more than 30 years ago & has produced a diverse range of hugely popular events, ranging from karaoke nights, comedy & theatre shows to holidays abroad.
The Fundraiser
Eddie’s need to ‘give back’ was intensified after being diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in 2007
Jumping from planes, running the London marathon and climbing Mount Kilimanjaro are just some of the challenges he has undertaken to support numerous charities raising hundreds of thousands of pounds for worthy causes in the process.
Radio Academy Award Winner
Eddie wears a multitude of hats, excelling as a broadcaster, host, compere, master of ceremonies, comic, actor, charity fundraiser, and writer. Beyond his diverse roles, he assumes the role of a social commentator, making impactful appearances on various TV and radio shows, as well as documentaries broadcasted on Channel 4, ITV2, MTV, Sky Arts, and the BBC. His articulate and humerous insights span a broad spectrum of subjects, including politics, British and African-Caribbean culture, and the arts.
Motivational & keynote speaker
As an influential motivational and keynote speaker, Eddie addresses a wide range of topics, showcasing his powerful oratory skills. His discussions encompass the advantages of corporate diversity, the significance of inclusion, personal experiences with living with cancer, reflections on Black History Month, and critical insights into the challenges faced by Black boys within the education system. Eddie’s engaging oratory resonates with audiences, delivering impactful messages across a diverse array of themes.
The BBC
Following numerous successful years hosting his own show on Choice FM, where he cultivated a compelling phone-in segment on a station renowned for its music, Eddie caught the attention of the BBC. In 2002, he made the transition to talk radio and after a plethora of community awards Eddie won the biggest prize in radio, An academy award for ‘Best Speech Presenter.’ Holding the Capital’s decision makers to account, he has come to be known as “The Voice Of London” and his award nominated Monday -Thursday mid-morning show is a must listen.
Professional Actor
Eddie, a native of Hackney, had his formative years in the borough and engaged in various youth drama groups before venturing into a career as a professional actor. His breakthrough came with the role of Staff Nurse Cyril James in three series of the enduring BBC hospital drama, Casualty. Since then, he has embraced numerous roles in both television and film, gaining significant recognition when he became a part of the regular cast on the iconic BBC comedy, The Real McCoy. Eddie has most recently featured in Idris Elba’s film Yardie and has just recorded a radio pilot for Radio 4.
The Entertainer
Eddie played a pivotal role as one of the founders of The Posse, a ground breaking collective of actors who not only performed but also wrote and produced their own stage and television shows. Their innovative approach dismantled barriers that hindered Black artists in the industry. Over 30 years ago, Eddie established GeeStor Productions, a venture that has since curated a wide spectrum of immensely popular events. From entertaining karaoke nights and comedy shows to compelling theatre productions and holidays abroad.
GeeStor Productions has been a driving force in creating diverse and engaging experiences, motivating young people, learning life skills and creating opportunities in the arts.
The Fundraiser
Eddie’s commitment to philanthropy took on greater significance following his diagnosis with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in 2007. Motivated by a deep desire to ‘give back,’ he embarked on a series of formidable challenges. From leaping out of planes to running the London Marathon and conquering Mount Kilimanjaro, Eddie has fearlessly taken on these endeavors to champion various charitable causes. His efforts have not only showcased resilience but have also contributed to raising substantial funds, amounting to hundreds of thousands of pounds for deserving and impactful charitable initiatives.
