AJ Odudu and Katherine Ryan lead the glam at National Comedy Awards

AJ Odudu and Katherine Ryan led the glamour at the star-studded Comedy Awards for Stand Up To Cancer at the Roundhouse in London on Friday.

Television presenter AJ, 35, dazzled in a silver sequinned jumpsuit as she arrived at the event.

The star’s outfit glistened under the bright lights as she confidently posed with her hand on her hip.

She wore a pair of black heels to add a few inches to her stature and wore lashings of make-up to highlight her pretty features.

Comedian Katherine, 39, showed off her chic sense of style as she wore a black trouser suit for the evening. 

Glitterati: AJ Odudu, 35, wore a silver sequinned jumpsuit while Katherine Ryan, 39, donned a black trouser suit at the National Comedy Awards in London on Friday

Glamour puss: Television presenter AJ dazzled in a silver sequinned jumpsuit as she arrived at the event

The funnywoman wore a low-cut top under her jacket which she cinched in with a belt at the waist.

She wore a pair of black trousers to match her jacket and opted for a pair of orange and black heels to add a splash of colour to her look.

Canadian Katherine carried a black clutch purse with her and accessorised with a pair of gold hoop earrings.

She posed arm-in-arm at the bash with her partner Bobby Kootstra, 40, who she entered into a civil partnership with in 2019.

Bobby wore a black T-shirt with a white heart on the front under a matching jacket.

He had on a pair of black jeans and opted for a pair of white and grey Nike trainers.

Katherine was in good spirits as she posed inside the bash, whipping her heels off and waving them in the air.

She held a glass of wine in her other hand as she stood barefoot on the floor. 

All smiles: She was in good spirits as she arrived at the venue, flashing a broad smile as she made her way up the stairs at the Roundhouse

In style: AJ wore a pair of black heels to add a few inches to her stature and wore lashings of make-up to highlight her pretty features

Katherine posed with fellow comedian Rosie Jones, 32, who wore a white dress with puff sleeves and an expansive mesh skirt.

She completed her look by wearing a pair of edgy burgundy boots for the evening. 

Rosie put on an energetic display as she arrived at the event, raising her arms into the air and posing with her mouth open wide for the awaiting photographers.

Elsewhere, Sandi Toksvig appeared in good spirits as she posed alongside her wife Debbie.

Comedian and broadcaster Sandi wore a sky blue suit with a satin sheen to the material.

Fashion focus: Comedian Katherine showed off her chic sense of style as she wore a black trouser suit for the evening

Loved-up: She posed arm-in-arm at the bash with her partner Bobby Kootstra, 40, who she entered into a civil partnership with in 2019

Looking good: Canadian Katherine carried a black clutch purse with her and accessorised with a pair of gold hoop earrings

Living on the edge: Katherine was in good spirits as she posed inside the bash, whipping her heels off to stand barefoot

Chaos: Katherine waved her heels in the air as she was overcome with joy, while holding a glass of wine in her other hand

Famous friends: Katherine posed with fellow comedian Rosie Jones, 32, who wore a white dress with puff sleeves and an expansive mesh skirt

Stomping ground: She completed her look by wearing a pair of edgy burgundy boots for the evening

Strike a pose: Rosie put on an energetic display as she arrived at the event, posing with her mouth open wide for the awaiting photographers

Look at me: The star the skirt section of her dress out to the side as she posed at the bash on Friday

She wore a black shirt under her jacket and posed hand-in-hand with psychotherapist Debbie on arrival.

Debbie opted for a black and red checked suit which she teamed with a white shirt.

Sharon Horgan looked chic in an all-black outfit which she teamed with a pair of silver platform heels.

She wore a make-up palette of natural hues and carried a black handbag with her for the evening. 

Joe Lycett and Mo Gilligan are set to be honoured with special awards at the National Comedy Awards for Stand Up To Cancer.

Happy couple: Sandi Toksvig appeared in good spirits as she posed alongside her wife Debbie at the bash

Life in colour: Comedian and broadcaster Sandi wore a sky blue suit with a satin sheen to the material

Glitz and glam: Love Island star Liberty Poole opted for a black jacket which she teamed with a pair of black and gold mesh trousers

All made up: The reality star wore a black top with a low-cut neckline and went for a glamorous look with her make-up

Out on the town: Sharon Horgan looked chic in an all-black outfit which she teamed with a pair of silver platform heels

Star quality: She wore a make-up palette of natural hues and carried a black handbag with her for the evening

The show honours emerging and established British comedy talent, with the public voting on key prizes in a variety of categories that celebrate the world of comedy.

Joe will receive the Comedy Game Changer Award in recognition of his work to inspire social change through comedy.

It comes following several high-profile campaigns by the comedian, including taking on energy giant Shell on greenwashing, and challenging David Beckham to relinquish his role as an ambassador at the World Cup in Qatar over LGBT+ rights.

For the latter, Joe shredded £10,000 in a video posted online, although he later revealed the money had been fake and he had donated the sum to LGBT+ charities.

Bafta winner Mo has been awarded the Impact in Comedy Award in acknowledgement of his efforts to use his platform to shine a light on other black comics.

Shining star: Former X Factor contestant Diana Vickers ensured she caught the eye in a glistening gold backless dress for the evning

Natural beauty: Diana opted for a make-up palette of natural hues for the evening to show off her natural beauty

Sultry: She opted for a pair of silver heels and glanced back over her shoulder as she posed at the bash

Shining star: The singer smiled as she walked up the stairs into the venue before taking her seat for the awards

Boys’ night: Former Made In Chelsea star Jamie Laing opted for a blue top and burgundy trousers while social media star Luke Hamnett opted for a brown suit for the night

Pearly white: Jamie flashed his white teeth as he smiled before taking his seat inside the venue for the evening

Laugh-a-minute: Comedian Jack Dee opted for a a grey suit which he teamed with a white shirt and red tie

Seeing red: Comedian and star of her Chicken Shop Date web series Amelia Dimoldenberg wore a red leather jacket and matching mini skirt

This includes the curation of two sold-out nights of Mo Gilligan + Friends: The Black British Takeover at The O2. 

Previously announced were the recipients of the Comedy Breakthrough Star Awards: Cheaters star Susan Wokoma, critically acclaimed comedian and singer Jordan Gray, and Am I Being Unreasonable? scene-stealer Lenny Rush.

Nominees are Sam Campbell: Comedy Show, Tim Key: Mulberry, Amy Gledhill: The Girl Before The Girl You Marry, Joe Lycett: More, More, More! How Do You Joe Lycett? How Do You Joe Lycett?, and Jordan Gray: Is It A Bird?

Elsewhere, hit Northern Irish comedy series Derry Girls will go up against Ricky Gervais’ Afterlife and Ghosts for best scripted comedy.

The Graham Norton Show and Taskmaster will battle it out for best entertainment show, and QI, 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown, Would I Lie To You? and Mock The Week go head to head for best comedy panel show.

It comes after BBC Two staple Mock The Week aired its final episodes in November following 17 years and 21 series – a total of 232 episodes featuring 131 comedians.

Fasshionistas: Actress Verona Rose wore a green and black trouser suit while singer Self Esteem opted for a black ensemble

Feeling confident: Self esteem confidently posed at the bash as she wore a black jacket which featured a plunging neckline

In the comedy podcast category, Liverpool-based show Have A Word, hosted by comedians Adam Rowe and Dan Nightingale, takes on other big names including Ed Gamble and James Acaster’s Off Menu podcast.

Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe’s Parenting Hell, and Shagged, Married, Annoyed with Chris and Rosie Ramsey are also nominated.

Awards will also be handed out for outstanding comedy actor and actress, outstanding supporting role and outstanding comedy entertainment performer – in male and female categories.

The National Comedy Awards for Stand Up To Cancer will air live on Channel 4 and All 4 tonight at 9pm.

Classic: Comedian Rachel Parris wore a classic pink dress which featured a bow on the shoulder