Guy Montgomery, the host of "Guy Montgomery's Guy Mont Spelling Bee," discussed his career and daily life in a recent interview.
Montgomery created a comedic spelling bee on YouTube during the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to a TV commission in New Zealand and later an Australian version. The Australian show earned him the Silver Logie for Most Popular New Talent in 2025. He is currently filming the third Australian season, with Sam Campbell taking over as the assistant from Aaron Chen.
"The Australian show earned Montgomery the Silver Logie for Most Popular New Talent in 2025."
Personal Habits and Preferences
Montgomery described himself as a "morning person" during school years, often waking up early. He prefers the "Person's Purse" receptacle in Spelling Bee, citing comedy writing considerations. For energy before a show, he eats a banana and occasionally drinks soda.
Viewing and Reading Preferences
- He recently watched "Deadloch" season two and "Last One Laughing UK" season two.
- His comfort re-watch is the show "Peep Show."
- Current book reading is "Wolf Hall." Previously read "The Memory Police" by Yoko Ogawa.
Personal Items and Other Remarks
Montgomery wears hats, especially caps, and notes his "long goodbye" with his hair. He keeps his Logie award next to his partner Chelsie Preston Crayford's Logie award at home. He stated he is now more successful in Australia than in New Zealand. He recalled a difficult stand-up gig during COVID via Zoom for personal trainers, which influenced his move toward the Spelling Bee format.
"The new season of 'Guy Montgomery's Guy Mont Spelling Bee' airs Wednesdays at 8:35pm on ABC TV."