How a terrible gig for personal trainers led Guy Montgomery to his big break
Guy Montgomery, a New Zealand comedian, rose to prominence through his creation of a comedic spelling bee show during the COVID-19 pandemic, which transitioned from a YouTube project to a televised success in both New Zealand and Australia. Now hosting the third season of the Australian version, he has earned accolades including the 2025 Silver Logie for Best New Talent. Montgomery reflects on his journey from a laid-back student to a celebrated comedian and television host.
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Guy Montgomery went from lazy school student to hosting a TV spelling bee across two countriesBy Katherine SmyrkTopic:TV Comedy31m ago31 minutes agoThu 30 Apr 2026 at 6:30pmGuy Montgomery has won Best Male Comedian at the NZ Comedy Guild Awards three times, and was awarded the 2025 Silver Logie for Best New Talent. (Supplied: Jubilee Street Management/Nick Pics)abc.net.au/news/guy-montgomery-spelling-bee-season-three-interview/106603494Link copiedShareShare articleWhen comedian Guy Montgomery calls, he's sitting in a chair near the food court of a Sydney shopping centre.His in-laws are visiting, helping his partner, actor Chelsie Preston Crayford, with their eight-month-old baby. Along with his stepdaughter Olive, there isn't much quiet space at home.
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