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Johnny Ball

Johnny Ball has masterminded and presented more than 20 children's television series about maths and science

Johnny Ball is best known for the hit BBC series Think of a Number, in which his unique blend of zany humour, boundless enthusiasm and expert knowledge turned maths and science into pure entertainment and totally transformed maths for a generation of children.

A former Butlins redcoat and comedian, Johnny presented Playschool for 17 years and has earned an EMMY nomination, a BAFTA, and 10 other awards. Johnny is also a fellow of the Mathematical Association and has written five children's books as well as the hit educational musical "Tales and Maths and Legends".