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Camille Lellouche
Camille Lellouche, who was born on the 1st 0 June 1986 in the fourth arrondissement of Paris, works as an actress, humorist and singer in France.
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Comedians from France
The comedian directory for France: profiles, bios, photos and social links.
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Denyzee
Delphine Giuliano, called Denyzee, was born on 6 March 1992 in Nice. Franco-Canadian, she has worked as an online and influential video content creator. Since 2013, she has been sharing so n time between France and Quebec.
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Erick Baert
Erick Baert, born 1 2 March 1972 in Dunkirk, also named Eric Baert, works in France as an imitator and stage artist. among five brothers and sisters.
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Farid Chamekh
Farid Chamekh is a French comedian and actor, born on September 2, 1980, in Saint-Étienne, Loire. As a Franco-Algerian humorist, he originates from the Loire region of France and grew up in Saint-Étienne. He began his artistic career with dance and capoeira, discovering capoeira as a teenager. Before pursuing comedy, he worked at a printing company. His upbringing, where he often felt like the only person of Maghrebi origin in his hometown, informs his perspective on identity and integration, which he explores humorously. Chamekh’s training began with theatrical studies at the Centre Dramatique de la Comédie in Saint-Étienne in 2005, followed by four years of training with a humor theater troupe led by Marc Feuillet. From 2006 to 2007, he spent a year in Brazil to improve his capoeira skills. Around 2005, he started performing on stage and moved to Paris in 2007, where he performed in various cafes-theaters. He also studied acting at the 'Laboratoire de l'acteur' led by Hélène Zidi. His shows feature anecdotes from his travels, his worldview, political events, and personal life, aligning with the tradition of contemporary French one-man shows. In 2016, he was revealed by the Jamel Comedy Club and opened for Jamel Debbouze's 'Maintenant ou Jamel' show in 2017. He gained recognition at Marrakech du Rire in 2018. From late 2021, he became the host of the Jamel Comedy Club troupe, and is currently the oldest member of the tour. The Jamel Comedy Club tour has taken him nationally and internationally, including stops in New York, Montreal, Guadeloupe, Reunion, Tahiti, New Caledonia, Martinique, and Mauritius. In 2023-2024, he is touring with his new show 'Génération Z' at the Apollo Theatre, and the 'Génération Z' tour began in 2024. He has upcoming performances scheduled in Paris, including dates at Le Point-Virgule through January 2 and Le Spotlight, where tickets start at €22. Currently, he is performing stand-up and comedy at Le Théâtre Le République (2024-2025) and has 18 upcoming dates scheduled.
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Henri Giraud
Henri Giraud presents himself as a French comedian, actor and musician, especially known for his His Couch imitations. "Coluche was an incomparable genius, my only ambition is to on Resurrect on the boards to pay tribute to him. There is only one Coluche. ... I'm incarnate with modesty."
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Isabella Maya
Born e in 1986 in Côte d'Ivoire, Izabella Maya – sometimes written by Isabella Maya – works as an actress, humorist, producer, director, screenwriter and teacher of theatre and improvisation. A Franco-Ivoirian of origin, she is part of the Guro ethnic group.
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Jean-Philippe Janssens
Jean‐Philippe Janssens, better called Jeanfi Janssens or simply Jeanfi, was born On 8 December 1973 in Maubeuge, in the North, he worked as a humorist in France. He appeared on the show Les Grosses Têtes since October 2016.
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Jeremstar
Jérémstar, by his real name Jérémy Gisclon, sees the 4 January 1987 in Lyon. He works as a videographer on the web, conducts interviews, performs as a humorist, campaigns for the animal cause, acts as a columnist on French television and was previously a blogger, with a preference for the reality television.
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Mahaut Drama
Mahout Drama, born e on 1 1 November 1994 in Paris, France, is a French novelist and novelist. She performs on stage, on radio and radio. television.
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Merwane Benlazar
Born in 199 5 in Saint-Denis, Île-de-France, Merwane Benlazar worked as a stand-up and columnist in the the French audiovisual field.
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Roman Frayssinet
Roman Frayssinet is a French actor and comedian, born on May 6, 1994, in Chevilly-Larue. His parents have professional backgrounds; his father is an engineer and his mother is a civil servant. Initially intending to become a veterinarian after high school, he ultimately pursued a baccalauréat in science in 2012. Following this, he travelled to Canada to study screenwriting at the University of Montreal. Frayssinet’s comedic journey began early. At age 16, he volunteered for the Juste pour rire festival. He met Uncle Fofi in 2013, which led to his debut on stage performing on the Couscous Comedy Show and at Zoofest. He also gained experience training at l'École nationale de l'humour and participating in 11 vies au Club Soda in 2015. From January through August of 2015, La Comédie des Trottoirs included him as a performer at the Sainte-Catherine Theatre. His early career included opening for various established comedians, such as Louis T., Adib Alkhalidey, François Bellefeuille, Sugar Sammy, Kyan Khojandi, and Blanche Gardin. Since 2018, Frayssinet has become a recognizable face on French television. He hosts the segment Les Dernières Minutes on Clique sur Canal+ from January 2018 onwards. In 2018, he presented his show Alors at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre in Paris; Jamel Debbouze subsequently invited him to Marrakech du rire also in 2018. His shows include Migraine (2015), Là (2016), and Au II là. In 2023, a recording of his show Ô dedans from the Olympia was released on Canal+. Currently, in 2024, he is working as a co-writer for Gad Elmaleh’s new show. Frayssinet's career demonstrates a commitment to the craft of comedy and performance. He made his radio debut on the Malik Mehni show (CHOQFM) and declined a contract with Juste pour rire in 2017 due to allegations against Gilbert Rozon, demonstrating ethical considerations within his professional choices. He continues to develop his comedic style through writing and performing, contributing to both stage productions and television programs.
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Swann Perisse
Swann Perissa, born e in 1990 in Pontoise, working as a humorist and producer in France. e in theatrical courses before d her comic trajectory, notably via YouTube where she publishes sketches drawn from her daily life. Her feminist and ecologist convictions push her to launch a YouTube channel dedicated to meeting her subscribers, in order to realize initiatives in favor of the environment. At the same time, she is working on writing a one-man-show that combines feminism, anger and ecology, and animates a podcast that brings together climate change specialists, using humour as a vehicle for communication and awareness.
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French Comedians and the World of French Comedy
France has a long and distinctive comedy tradition, with humour playing an important role in theatre, cinema, television and live entertainment. French comedians have developed many different forms of comedy over the years, from theatrical performances and classic satire to modern stand-up, sketch comedy and online content.
GiggleTime's directory brings together French comedians, stand-up performers, comedy actors, writers and other personalities associated with French comedy. Browse the profiles above to discover comedians from different generations and learn more about their careers and work.
Stand-Up and Live Comedy in France
Modern stand-up has become an increasingly visible part of the French comedy scene. Comedians perform in dedicated comedy clubs, theatres, cafés and other venues, presenting material that ranges from personal stories and observational humour to social commentary, satire and absurd comedy.
The French live comedy scene is particularly active in Paris, where performers can find numerous venues and audiences for both established shows and new acts. Comedy is also performed throughout cities and regions across France, giving comedians opportunities to develop audiences outside the capital.
French-language comedy also extends beyond France itself, with performers and audiences connected to the wider Francophone world.
The French "One-Man Show" Tradition
One of the distinctive formats associated with French comedy is the one-man show, in which a comedian performs a full-length solo production for an audience.
These shows can combine stand-up, storytelling, theatrical performance, characters and scripted comedy. The format has become an important part of French popular entertainment and has helped many comedians develop a recognisable stage identity.
While contemporary French stand-up continues to evolve, the connection between comedy and theatrical performance remains an important characteristic of the country's comedy culture.
French Comedians in Film and Television
French comedy has a strong presence in cinema and television. Comedians frequently move between live performance, acting, writing and presenting, with many performers building careers across several forms of entertainment.
French television has produced numerous comedy programmes, sketch shows and entertainment formats, while French cinema has a long history of successful comedy films and memorable comic performances.
The relationship between stand-up and screen acting is particularly interesting in France, where a comedian may begin with live performances before moving into films, television or other forms of entertainment.
A Diverse French Comedy Scene
There is no single style that defines French comedy. Performers work across observational comedy, satire, parody, physical comedy, character-based performances, storytelling and improvisation.
Different generations of comedians have also brought different influences to the scene. Established performers continue to appear alongside newer comedians who use podcasts, YouTube, social media and streaming platforms to reach audiences.
This combination of traditional stage comedy and digital entertainment has created more opportunities for emerging French comedians to develop their own audiences and styles.
Discover French Comedians on GiggleTime
Looking for French comedians, French stand-up comedians or comedy actors from France? Explore the GiggleTime directory above to discover performers from different periods and areas of French entertainment.
Search for a particular comedian or browse the profiles to discover new names. Individual pages may include biographical information, career details, performances, photographs and other interesting facts.
Whether you enjoy French stand-up, comedy films, television comedians, one-man shows or classic French comedy, GiggleTime makes it easier to discover the people behind the humour.
Our directory continues to expand with new profiles, giving you more ways to explore the world of French comedy.