Short bioRichard Barker, The Incredible Hypnotist, is a comedy stage hypnotist with more than 20 years on stage, 6,000 shows in 38 countries and over 100 TV appearances, including The Today Show, The Late Late Show with James Corden and Entertainment Tonight. A former British soldier and police detective, he now headlines theaters, colleges, fairs, corporate events and cruise lines.
Medium bioRichard Barker, The Incredible Hypnotist, has spent more than 20 years making audiences laugh until it hurts. He has performed over 6,000 live shows in 38 countries and headlined for Norwegian, Carnival and Celebrity Cruise Lines.
Before the stage, Richard served in the British Army's Royal Green Jackets and worked as a police detective, where he used his training in Neuro-Linguistic Programming to understand how people think. He holds a Master's Degree in Education and is the author of four books on hypnosis and influence.
Millions know him from more than 100 TV appearances, including The Today Show, The Late Late Show with James Corden, Entertainment Tonight, The Doctors and Good Day LA, plus features in Sports Illustrated, Marie Claire, US Weekly, Reader's Digest and Glamour.
Full bio
Richard Barker is a world-renowned behavioral expert, television personality, and premier comedy stage hypnotist. With over 20 years of professional experience, he has captivated audiences in 38 countries, delivering more than 6,000 live performances that blend masterful showmanship with profound psychological insight.
Barker's path to becoming a master of the subconscious is entirely unique. He began his career in the United Kingdom's elite military forces, the Royal Green Jackets, where he was trained in Neuro-Linguistic Programming and advanced persuasion techniques. He later served as a Police Detective, utilizing his deep understanding of human behavior and memory recall to assist in complex investigations. Armed with a Master's Degree in Education, Barker seamlessly bridges the gap between high-energy entertainment and transformative, real-world psychological application.
As a highly sought-after media authority, Barker has secured over 100 television network appearances. He is a familiar face to millions, having showcased his extraordinary abilities on The Today Show, The Late Late Show with James Corden, Entertainment Tonight, The Doctors, Good Day LA, and NBC California Live, alongside numerous other appearances across CBS, NBC, FOX, and ABC.
Beyond broadcast television, his expertise has been sought out by top-tier global publications, with features in Sports Illustrated, Marie Claire, US Weekly, Reader's Digest, Glamour, Health Magazine, SELF, and Men's Fitness. Recognized as a thought leader in the art of influence, Barker has delivered presentations at Google Talks and the YouTube Creator Summit, while also headlining major entertainment residencies for Norwegian, Carnival, and Celebrity Cruises.
Barker is the author of four acclaimed books: Secrets of The Stage Revealed: The Guide to Hypnosis and Stage Hypnotism, Selling Hypnotically: The Art of Suggestion, The Hypnotic Goals Planner, and How to Get From Passion to Success: The Hypnotic Journey. By combining a forensic-level understanding of the human mind with unparalleled theatrical charisma, Richard Barker continuously redefines the landscape of modern psychological entertainment.
