2025 Shortlisted Nominee
Positive Role Model Award: Disability
Aidy Smith is a globally recognised TV presenter, journalist, and advocate for neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ inclusion. Diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome at age seven, he is the world’s only global TV host with Tourette’s, fronting The Three Drinkers on Amazon Prime, broadcast in over 100 countries. Aidy founded DRINKLUSIVE, the first mentorship programme for underrepresented drinks creatives, and created @DisLabeled and @sypped—digital communities championing neurodivergent education and queer visibility. He works with Channel 4 as an Editorial Checker and is both the LGBT+ and Neurodivergence Travel Columnist for The Independent. Aidy is a Global Ambassador for the Tourette Association of America, the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme, and Patron of the ADHD Foundation. Named one of the UK’s top five most influential drinks figures and "Man of the Year" by Drinks Business, he’s committed to ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and celebrated.