Awards & Recognitions

Amnesty International People's Human Rights Champion (2026)
Awarded for Thorn’s work on Philosophy Tube, given to "a prominent UK public figure who uses their platform and voice to engage the public and consistently champion human rights"

Trinity College Dublin Philosophy Society Gold Medal of Honourary Patronage (2025)
Given to distinguished individuals who have made exceptional contributions to public discourse in fields including the arts and academia

Trinity College Dublin LawSoc Praeses Elit Award (2025)
In recognition of those who have left an indelible mark on their chosen field and advanced societal discourse

British Film Institute (2026)
In partnership with the BFI Screen Heritage Fund awarding National Lottery Funding selected several episodes of Philosophy Tube to be preserved in their archive of national importance so they could be seen and studied by future generations

ITB Creator Awards (2025)
Podcast of the Year for Kill James Bond (nominated)

Diva Awards (2025)
Actor of the Year (Highly Commended)

Variety’s Brits To Watch Awards (2025)
Winner

London Fringe Theatre Awards (2026)
Best Duo Performance: Abigail Thorn and Joe Pitts in Blink (nominated)

Broadway World Awards (2022)
Winner of Best New Play (The Prince) and Best Lead Actor

Off West End Awards (2022)
One-Off Award for Contributions to British Theatre