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Comedians from Germany

The comedian directory of Germany — profiles, bios, photos, and social links for comedians from Germany.

188 comedians

Alex Stoldt

Alex Stoldt is a German stand-up comedian born on April 8, 1999, in Itzehoe. He spent his formative years growing up in Osterstedt and later resided in Kiel for a period. Stoldt pursued higher education, studying philosophy at the Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel. Currently, he calls Hamburg home. As a stand-up comedian, he primarily performs at open mics, and also appears in mixed shows like NightWash. His early recognition included receiving the NightWash Talent Award in 2019. Since 2022, Stoldt has been an integral part of the comedy collective '4 Feinde,' which he co-founded with Marvin Hoffmann, Yorick Thiede, and Sebo Sam. This group did very well, including performing for more than 3,500 people at the Lanxess Arena in Cologne in September 2022, with Felix Lobrecht as a special guest. '4 Feinde' makes a podcast every Tuesday, and they went on a tour called 'Road To Glory Tour,' doing live shows all over Germany. The collective documented their Lanxess Arena show with a documentary released in 2023 titled 'ALL IN - Der größte Stunt der deutschen Comedy-Geschichte.' They also regularly appear on the 'Falsch, aber lustig' format since 2023. Stoldt’s individual career has continued to flourish. In August 2022, he won the Publikumspreis (Audience Award) at the Prix Pantheon, and in October 2023, he received another Publikumspreis at Das große Kleinkunstfestival. He participated in the 1LIVE Hörsaal-Comedy Tour in 2023 and appeared on 'Till Reiners’ Happy Hour' in 2022, as well as the ZDF Comedy Sommer in 2023. From October 2023 to summer 2024, he toured Germany with his first solo program, titled 'Alex Stoldt'. He is scheduled to appear on 'Mittermeiers Lucky Punch Comedy Club' in 2025. Stoldt and '4 Feinde' are committed to producing content independently, and Eva at Kaderschmiede-Booking handles both booking and partnership inquiries.

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Christian Martin Halangk

Christian Martin Halangk, born in 1977 and currently 48 years old, is a German comedian, cabaret artist, and musician who performs under the stage name C.Heiland. He grew up in the Ruhr area and completed his high school education at Theodor-Heuss-Gymnasium Waltrop in 1998. His background includes studies in psychology and rehabilitation pedagogy at both the University of Dortmund and Humboldt University of Berlin. Before dedicating himself to a career on stage, Halangk worked as a resocialization worker with mentally ill offenders at the LWL Clinic Dortmund, continuing this work after graduation. C.Heiland's comedy style incorporates elements of stand-up comedy and anarchist cabaret, often featuring interaction with the audience and offering advice. He is known for his distinctive appearance, frequently wearing a bomber jacket adorned with palm trees, which has become a trademark. Musical elements are also integral to his performances; he utilizes an Omnichord, a Japanese musical instrument from the 1980s, blending Ballermann sounds with deep melancholy. His humor draws on the German language, exemplified by jokes like one referencing "Pfropfen" sounding like a blocked toilet and another advising against traveling to North Korea by Flixbus during Christmas. He has also referenced a Chinese mountaineer named Hing-an-Hang. Halangk’s career includes several solo programs, beginning with 'Scheiße, ist das schön!' in 2014, later renamed 'Ich bin in der Brigitte,' and followed by 'Der Mann mit dem Schatten' in 2017, which featured the Omnichord. He is a regular guest on comedy shows such as Quatsch Comedy Club, NightWash, and Die Komische Nacht, and has appeared in numerous television and radio programs, including Nuhr im Ersten and Die Mitternachtsspitzen. His work has earned him several awards, including the Bielefelder Kabarettpreis in 2010, the Tuttlinger Krähe in 2013, the Scharfe Barte in 2016, the Tegtmeiers Erben in 2017, and the Dresdner Satirepreis (Audience Award) in 2021. Currently, he is touring with his newest show, 'Wahre Schönheit kommt von außen,' which premiered in April 2024 and is scheduled for a performance at the Kornmühle in Nordhorn on April 12, 2025.

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Dr. Pop

Markus Henrik Wyrwich, known professionally as Dr. Pop, was born in Essen, Germany on July 1, 1982. He is a German Musikkabarettist (music cabaret artist), stand-up comedian, moderator (host), and author. His stage name, Dr. Pop, reflects his academic background; he holds a doctorate in music and media studies from Humboldt University of Berlin, earned in 2013, with a dissertation published by Tectum Wissenschaftsverlag focusing on 'Orientalism in Pop Music.' He also previously worked as a lecturer in media and music studies at Humboldt University of Berlin. Dr. Pop’s education included extensive study in pop music. He pursued degrees at the University of Paderborn and Hochschule für Musik Detmold, earning a Bachelor's degree, and completed an exchange semester at the University of Salford in Manchester. Subsequently, he obtained a Master's degree in Popular Music Studies at the University of Liverpool. Throughout his studies, he received a scholarship from the Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes (German National Merit Foundation). His comedy style combines music knowledge with humor, covering a wide range of musical genres including hip-hop, rock, pop, Schlager, classical, and jazz. He performs a music comedy stand-up show called 'Hitverdächtig,' which is constantly updated, and aims to find the right hit for every situation. Dr. In 2019, his weekly radio column ‘Dr. Pops Tonstudio’ on radioeins (RBB) was nominated for a Grimme Award in the 'Best Comedy' category, and he regularly appears on radioeins since June 2022. He has also been featured in numerous radio columns under the names Markus Henrik and Dr. Pop, including for 1 Live (WDR) and N-Joy (NDR). He has appeared in various TV formats like 'Comedy for Future,' 'Asül für alle,' and 'Olafs Klub.' His show, 'Dr. Pops Sprechstunde,' was hosted on RBB Fernsehen in 2020. He is bookable as a keynote speaker and moderator for events, and his work has been translated into Korean. He has appeared on programs such as ZDF’s ‘13 Fragen,’ and will be featured in the four-part series 'Hits, Hits, Hits' on Sat.1 in summer 2024. He was awarded the German Kleinkunstpreis and received a nomination for the German Radio Prize from the Grimme Institute.

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Florian Hacke

Florian Hacke is a German actor, cabaret artist, comedian, and poetry slammer. Born in Hannover on October 30, 1978, he is currently 47 years old. He earned a diploma from the Hochschule für Musik und Theater Rostock between 1999 and 2003, and furthered his training with workshops at the Complicite Theatre in London (2006) and the Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg (2009). From 2003 to 2009, Hacke was a permanent ensemble member at the Theater Lübeck, participating in over 40 productions. During this time, he played Ferdinand in 'Kabale und Liebe' (2006), Biff Loman in 'Tod eines Handlungsreisenden' (2007), the title role in 'Peer Gynt' (2008), and 'Don Carlos' (2009). He also performed as Sir Toby in 'Was ihr wollt' at the Gartentheater Herrenhausen in Hannover in 2006/07. His professional work extends to other theaters across Germany, including Hamburg, Hannover, Kassel, Kiel, and Berlin. He has appeared in Udo Lindenberg’s musical ‘Hinterm Horizont’ (2015) and was part of the London production 'War Horse – Gefährten' (2013-2014). Hacke has transitioned to a successful solo career, touring Germany with his shows. He wrote his first solo comedy program, 'Hasenkind du stinkst,' in 2017, and subsequently toured with 'Nichts darf man mehr!' from 2022 to 2023. His current show, "Authentizität," is also on tour. Critics have praised his intelligent and witty humor, noting that he doesn't pander to anyone, as highlighted by the Lübecker Nachrichten. He utilizes a style of cabaret or comedy, often presenting himself as someone who can’t guarantee anything, creating an environment free of pressure. He has also created the weekly social media series '#FeierabendDieSerie,' which critically examines traditional role models, equal care, and fatherhood. Florian Hacke lives in Kiel with his family and is the father of three children. Ingberter Pfanne (in an unspecified year). His debut book, "Ich könnte SCHREIEN (manchmal auch vor Glück)", is scheduled for publication in 2026.

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Gazelle

Gazelle is a German comedian and social media personality, known as Gazelle Vollhase. She is 37 years old as of 2026. Considered by some to be the funniest woman on the internet currently, she creates humorous content on TikTok and Instagram since 2021. Her chosen name, "Gazelle," reflects her identity as a trans woman, and she uses her platform to educate about trans identity and transition. She gained recognition through humorous videos, initially appearing under the handle @diehuebsche. Prior to focusing on content creation, Gazelle spent ten years working in human resources for a large company. During this time, she interviewed and hired various professionals, including marketing managers, accountants, CEOs, and software engineers. For three years, she advocated for greater diversity in the workplace, addressing modern recruiting practices and DEI topics on LinkedIn. She recently quit her job to dedicate herself fully to her creative work and is currently researching developments she has noticed both professionally and within her personal community. Gazelle’s comedy critically examines society and explores her own identity, often satirizing what is considered “typically German.” Her content addresses topics of Queerness and being transgender, sharing both successes and challenges related to her transition. She focuses her thoughts and efforts on the trans* community, believing it faces structural disadvantages like a lack of job opportunities and mental health challenges, highlighting the importance of solidarity. Gazelle will launch her first solo live comedy tour in the fall of 2026, featuring performances in nine major German cities. The show will explore themes of growing up as a craftsperson's daughter and the experiences of being a 'Hundy-Mommy' in Berlin, promising unfiltered humor, self-irony, and stories not suitable for social media, while also sharing the stage with other artists she admires. She is scheduled to speak at re:publica 24 as an expert on digital transformation in education work, with her keynote titled "Digital change in educational work, empowerment of users & community building." She has been nominated for an EXPRESS Queer Award 2023 and actively participates in events like Lead Today Shape Tomorrow (Female Founders), NW2023, and FFFDay, speaking on Diversity & Inclusion.

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Jakob Schwerdtfeger

Jakob Schwerdtfeger, born in Hannover on April 10, 1988, is a multifaceted German personality. He functions as a stand-up comedian, author, art historian, moderator, and freestyle rapper. A native of Hanover, he currently lives and works in Frankfurt am Main. His career began in 2012 when he started participating in poetry slams under the pseudonym Jey Jey Glünderling, qualifying for various championships. He also performs as a rapper, engaging in events like Rap am Mittwoch and the Battlemania Champions League (BMCL). Following his studies in art history, he worked at the Städel Museum in Frankfurt for several years as an art educator. Schwerdtfeger’s work demonstrates a unique blend of artistic expertise and comedic talent. He frequently incorporates art history into his stand-up routines and explores it in his YouTube format and podcast 'Künstlerisch wertvoll.' He is recognized as the 'inventor of art comedy' and has essentially invented his own genre called 'Kunstcomedy' (art comedy). His comedy covers art history from the Middle Ages to the present, using fun facts and anecdotes to bring art to life. He aims to make art more accessible to people who haven't engaged with it before, appealing to both art novices and experts. He explains art in an entertaining way, often connecting art movements to seemingly unrelated topics. In 2015, a digital project about Claude Monet he collaborated on received the Grimme Online Award. Since 2018, Schwerdtfeger primarily performs stand-up comedy under his given name. He has appeared as a guest on numerous television shows including 'Olafs Klub,' 'Vereinsheim Schwabing,' 'DAS!', 'Volle Kanne,' and 'Fröhlich lesen.' He hosts the podcast 'Kunstsnack' for the Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe, and moderated programs like 'Ich sehe was, was du nicht siehst' and 'Kunst to Go.' His book 'Ich sehe was, was du nicht siehst, und das ist Kunst' was published in 2023 and reached number 16 on the Spiegel Bestseller list. He tours with a reading show based on his book, visiting museums across Germany. In 2024, he published "Punkt Punkt Komma Strich, fertig ist die Kunstgeschicht'" (Dot Dot Comma Line, Art History all Done) which reached number 4 on the bestseller list and remained in the top 20 for 19 weeks. He tours museums in the German-speaking area with this second book, presenting it in a live show that guides audiences through 1,000 years of art history. He is represented by HERBERT Management.

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JayJay Jackpot

Janina-Dominique Buse, known professionally as JayJay Jackpot, was a German YouTuber and comedian. Born on November 9, 1987, in Niedersachsen (Lower Saxony), she died on April 14, 2020, in Hannover at the age of 32. She also worked as a web videoproducer, influencer, and amateur actress. The JayJay Jackpot persona emerged on her YouTube channel, portraying a dimwitted, self-proclaimed 'explain blonde'. This character became known for explaining various concepts, including those related to homosexuality, menstruation, and academics. Her videos also offered cosmetic advice and frequently used the phrase "Like a Barbie." By the end of 2016, she had published over 180 videos, accumulating over 273,000 subscribers. Her content included explanations of everyday topics, such as "Ich erkläre euch was Lattenrost ist weil voll viele wissen das nicht" (I'll explain to you what a slatted frame is because many people don't know) and videos documenting daily situations like "JayJay bei McDonalds" (JayJay at McDonald's). She was described by some as "the dumbest blonde in Germany," while others considered her a cult figure, even referring to her as the “Netzerklärbär” (roughly translated as 'internet explanation bear'). JayJay Jackpot’s work extended beyond YouTube. She received invitations to appear on Sat.1's breakfast television and short video clips were featured in the 12th season of ‘Deutschland sucht den Superstar’ in 2015. She was hired as an 'Eklär-Blondine' by Bild-Zeitung, and appeared in the 2016 television series 'Achtung, die Dietrichs kommen!' (RTL II), playing JayJay Dietrich and portraying a newly rich millionaire's daughter starting October 24, 2016. She publicly discussed her health challenges, including a heart condition diagnosed at age 12 and subsequent kidney problems, on Sat.1’s breakfast television and RTL Nord in 2018. She took a three-year break from her work starting in late 2016 due to these health reasons, receiving psychiatric treatment for temporary memory loss. More normal." She died due to her heart condition after a prolonged hospital stay, with her management announcing her death to RTL in Cologne.

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Maraam Tarraf

Maraam Tarraf works in Germany as a comedian, actress and presenter. Size has been e mainly due to their belonging to the satire-collective date offender and their video appearances in de n social networks are known.

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Maria Clara Groppler

Maria Clara Groppler comes from Germany and works as a comedian. Among other things, she owes her fame to provocative performances both on stage and on television as well as her active presence in the social media.

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Matthias Roll

The German Matthias “TC” Roll is active as a comedian, web video producer, actor and singer and gained notoriety through his membership in the comedy trio Y‐Titty.

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Niklas van Lipzig

Niklas van Lipzig is a German comedian and podcaster originating from an unspecified location. His perspective on comedy is shaped by a belief that understanding life's tragedies is essential for genuine laughter, a viewpoint informed by personal experience. He experienced the loss of his mother when he was 19 years old. This event appears to have influenced his approach to sharing thoughts with listeners, aiming to explore what truly matters in life through his podcasting work. He has engaged in discussions about his mother's support and other topics within a podcast setting, notably collaborating with Manuel Stark. Van Lipzig’s comedic endeavors extend beyond traditional stand-up. He participated in the podcast 'Nicht Witzig' (Not Funny), demonstrating an interest in diverse formats. A unique appearance occurred on the 'Deep Talk Podcast,' hosted by Sissy, where his voice was altered using AI technology. The podcast format involved Sissy meeting a secret guest without prior knowledge, adding an element of spontaneity to the interaction. He also featured in a comedy show episode titled "Therapiepflicht für Männer!" (Therapy obligation for men!), which aired on October 17, 2026, as part of season 3, episode 8, produced by rbb, a German public broadcaster. This "Comedy-Show Deutschland" included segments such as Florentine Osche attempting to set Notre Dame on fire again and Ludwig Benecke and Rebecca Pap discussing viral video creation. Currently, Niklas van Lipzig works in partnership with David Martin, forming a comedy and podcast duo. Together, they provide Carolin Kebekus with a crash course on modern men, focusing on the needs and happiness of men. This collaboration was featured on 'Die Carolin Kebekus Show' on November 13, 2025, with a repeat broadcast occurring on November 15, 2025. The show aired on Das Erste and WDR, reaching a broad audience within Germany. His work continues to explore themes of masculinity and contemporary life, demonstrating an ongoing commitment to comedic exploration.

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Timothy Trust

Timothy Trust is a magician, mental magician, ventriloquist, comedian, great illusionist and television presenter working in Germany. Since 2000 he has been under this m artist name and leaves his real name deliberately unmentioned.

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