Colin Mochrie

Colin Mochrie is a well-known Canadian improvisational comedian, actor, and writer, recognized for his extensive work on both the British and American versions of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?”. After becoming a regular cast member on the acclaimed British comedy improv show ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway?’ in 1988, Colin Mochrie went on to establish himself as one of the most recognized figures in improvisational comedy. Prior to his seven-year tenure with the British series, which ran until 1998, Mochrie honed his craft extensively, beginning his professional career with the Vancouver TheatreSports League in 1980, where he first collaborated with fellow improviser Ryan Stiles. He further developed his comedic writing and performance skills with the Second City comedy troupe in Toronto, co-writing and starring in three successful productions.

In 2013, Mochrie returned for The CW network’s revival of ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway?’, continuing his legacy with the franchise. More recently, he made a guest appearance in ‘Murdoch Mysteries’ in 2017 and hosted ‘Mass Hysterical: A Comedic Cantata’ in 2020. His most recent television credit includes an appearance on ‘The Kids in the Hall’ in 2022, further showcasing his enduring versatility and comedic prowess across diverse platforms.