10 Best Celebrity Autobiographies UK 2023 | Tyson Fury, Tiffany Haddish and More

Actor and comedian Tiffany Haddish is one of those stars you admire like a heroine and love like a friend, all at the same time. Describing her childhood vibe as 'poor-as-f*ck chic', Haddish is the best friend you wish you had, her charming written style totally addictive. 

From her self harm in the face of school bullying to her sparkling comedy career, this book is a rollercoaster through an extraordinary life. Tiffany Haddish also has one of the most expressive voices in the business, making her audiobook a truly wonderful experience that will have you listening in every spare moment. 

This book is an ode to self-love and acceptance. JVN, beloved by many across the world for his irreverent approach to gender boundaries, hair styling and life in general, spreads a powerful message of caring not a jot for what others think. His book maintains this unstoppable joie de vivre.

Criticised from all angles for as long as he can remember, Van Ness refuses to be anything but his happy-go-lucky self and it's a truly great message for readers of all backgrounds. Pick the audiobook for the fully fabulous JVN experience including giggles, yelps and song.

This popular autobiography is a serious eye-opener, topping many lists of recommended reading around the current civil rights movement. Trevor Noah details his experience growing up mixed race during apartheid in South Africa, with a knowing twinkle in his tone. 

A career comedian, Trevor has a knack for a punchline and impeccable comedy timing, so expect a good old chuckle along with some searing truths about his home country's racial injustice.

Billy Connolly is a comedy powerhouse whose stories are told with such self-effacing warmth that any reader will be disarmed. This new collection of charming anecdotes, from a shipyard in Clyde to the boulevards of Hollywood, is at once cheeky and poignant. 

No matter your knowledge of Connolly's career (or lack of it), this book is so heartfelt and so much fun it makes for the perfect antidote to any daily drudgery you might be going through. It's packed with belly laughs too. 

When Janet Mock came out as transgender in 2011, she shifted her career path from hard-hitting journalist to powerful trans advocate. The story of journey towards self-acceptance is a touchingly sensitive tale that every reader will find relatable and encouraging. 

Including lots of gorgeous, high-quality photos, this book is an all-round uplifting experience. It has received great acclaim from critics and is repeatedly praised by online reviewers who value its beauty and candour. 

Professional boxer Tyson Fury has captured the imaginations of millions of readers all over the UK, with his mix of rugged physical strength, ruthless determination and charming eccentricity. 

This book is a brilliantly-inspiring read, tracing Fury's journey from his Irish Traveller roots to becoming World Heavyweight Champion. Told in a frank tone with humour and humility, the stories and anecdotes are equal parts outrageous and emotional. 

Laura Dockrill is best known for her spoken word poetry and children's books, but has now produced this intensely honest memoir documenting the birth of her first child and subsequent experience of post-partum psychosis. It's a rare, raw story, beautifully told. 

Dockrill's way with words is evident on every page, and this book is essential reading for any mother who has suffered mental health issues during pregnancy, birth and motherhood. Pop singer Adele – who has also spoken openly about her post natal depression – is a famous fan. 

This autobiography may catch your attention if you're an NBA fan or have recently discovered the popular Netflix docuseries The Last Dance, which focuses on the highs and lows of MJ's career. 

Inspirational and empathy-inspiring, this book is technically a biography, but we hope you'll let us off since it's such a rip-roaring examination of a sport star's rise to fame and personal struggles.

The word 'icon' tends to be over-used, but in the case of Blondie front woman Debbie Harry, it just feels right. Andy Warhol's ubiquitous silk-screen image is seared into our cultural consciousness. 

This book contains some deeply painful memories, along with shocking rockstar jolts of glamour and rebellion. All recounted with Debbie's trademark wryness, sex appeal and wit, these stories are spectacular. The audiobook version, told in her husky drawl, is deeply memorable. 

Margaret Cho is beloved by many in the USA because of her to-the-point humour and filthy language. Holding the fort as one of extremely few East-Asian household names in the US, Margaret breaks stereotypes and provides cackle after cackle with her charming memoir.

This book may be a relatable or inspiring option for women from similar backgrounds to Cho, but will be brilliant for literally any reader looking for a hearty laugh. Glorious photos bring the LOLs to life.