Ben Bailey Smith

Personal context

Summary

Ben Bailey Smith is an actor, comedian, rapper and writer, also known as Doc Brown, with credits including Derek, Law & Order: UK and 4 O’Clock Club. His work spans stand-up, music, television and children’s books, often using humor and wordplay. He has spoken about his mixed-race background and argued for more open casting when a character’s race is unspecified; he has also welcomed more diverse voices in media and considered diversity while writing for children. No public party campaigning or political affiliation is on record.