On this week’s Good Things with Brent Lindeque, Barry Hilton opens up about his journey from laughter to light… and how humour helped him overcome depression.
South Africa (22 October 2025) – If there’s one thing South Africans know how to do, it’s laugh… even when life gets tough. And this week on Good Things with Brent Lindeque, we’re chatting to one of the greatest comedians to ever do it: the one and only Barry Hilton.
After more than 40 years of making people laugh across the globe, Barry Hilton is stepping into a new chapter, one that’s as heartfelt as it is hilarious.
“Laughter is without a doubt the best medicine for life’s challenges,” he says. “After more than 40 years as a professional comedian, I want to use my inspirational talk to show the world how humour can be a powerful tool for healing and resilience.”
Having performed in over 20 countries and delivered more than 6,000 gigs, Barry’s life on stage has been extraordinary. But beyond the spotlight, he’s been on a deeply personal journey, one that’s seen him face depression and come out stronger, ready to share the role humour played in his own healing.
He reflects on a defining moment early in his career, performing alongside Billy Connolly in Jersey.
“The Big Yin himself told me I was funny but had to stop telling jokes,” Barry recalls with a smile.
That piece of advice changed everything, shaping the unique style of storytelling and timing that’s made him one of South Africa’s most beloved comedians.
Now, Barry is ready to use his experience to help others tap into the magic of laughter in their own lives. He wants his legacy to be about more than just the laughs, it’s about connection, perspective, and the ability to find light, even in dark times.
“I want to empower others to understand the power of humour and how it can impact their day-to-day home and working life,” he explains.
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