Louis Theroux

Louis Theroux is a renowned documentary presenter acclaimed for his immersive exploration of controversial human experiences. Graduating from Oxford in 1991, he made his mark working for American documentary maker Michael Moore before creating acclaimed series such as Louis Theroux's Weird Weekends and When Louis Met..., as well as award-winning specials like The Most Hated Family in America and My Scientology Movie. Known for his gentle questioning style and refusal to pass easy judgments, Louis offers nuanced portraits of individuals involved in complex social issues.

Over the years, Louis has garnered numerous accolades, including three BAFTAs and an RTS award, while maintaining his unique approach to storytelling. In 2019, he co-founded the independent television production company Mindhouse, continuing to captivate audiences with his insightful and humanizing documentary work. Louis resides in North West London with his wife and three children.