Anders Celin, born on June 19, 1975, is a Swedish creator with several approaches – he constructs latex masks, paints, writes as auteur and in front of stand-up.
On August 30, 1977, in Rinkeby, Stockholm County, Fredrik Mikael Rachid Hedberg Eddahri, who later took the artist name Big Fred. He passed away on November 25, 2023 in Stockholm’s Katarina district and was during his life a Swedish rapper, program leader, actor, comedian and doctor.
Björn Gustafsson is a Swedish comedian and actor, born Lars Björn Gustafsson on February 19, 1986. He was born in Romelanda, Kungälv, and grew up in Diseröd, both part of Romelanda. His education includes attending Mimers Hus Gymnasium and studying at Calle Flygare Teaterskola in Stockholm. He is known for his work in both Swedish and American entertainment. Gustafsson began his comedy career in 2005 at Bungy Comedy and completed the StandupStar training program in 2006, led by Özz Nûjen and Jakob Öqvist. He made his film debut in 2006 with Beck – Flickan i jordkällaren . In 2008, he gained significant media attention for his performance in Parlamentet and as a warm-up act in Melodifestivalen , where he sang a love song to Carina Berg, who noted her blushing reaction. He also announced the Swedish votes at the Eurovision Song Contest that year, and was voted Sweden's Funniest Man by Aftonbladet readers in March 2008, receiving the Torparpriset alongside Victor Morell. His work extends to film and television. Gustafsson has appeared in films such as Les Grandes Personnes , Spy , and Kung Fury , and played Don in the American TV series People of Earth from 2016 to 2017. He also had a minor role in Kenny Begins . Around 2013, he moved to Los Angeles for three years to pursue stand-up comedy in English and made a guest appearance on Conan O’Brien’s talk show. He has appeared in Kronjuvelerna , which later became a TV series, and the Norwegian Christmas calendar Expedition: Julklapp . In 2024, he returned to Melodifestivalen as a warm-up act and participated in the final episode with Björnzone. He also played Kaj-Robert in the Netflix series Clark (2022).
Claes Malmberg is a Swedish actor and stand-up comedian, born on April 8, 1961, in Kristine parish in Gothenburg. His real name is Clas-Peder Malmberg, and his early years were spent at Heden in Gothenburg before moving to Bergsjön as a child. He comes from a family with a history in the arts; his father, Gösta Malmberg, was an operetta singer, though he struggled with alcoholism and left the family when Claes was five. His maternal grandfather was a farmer who also worked as an armorer. Malmberg initially gained fame as the character Ronny Jönsson, starting with a radio segment in the late 1980s. He trained to be a tinsmith before studying theatre at ABF. He has performed stand-up comedy with Lennie Norman and together they hosted the TV program Måndagsklubben , later renamed Onsdagsklubben . He also appeared in Parlamentet from 2000 to 2002, and again in 2010. Malmberg’s comedic style encompasses a range of performances, including appearances in shows like Så ska det låta , Doobidoo , Sing-A-Long , and Pratmakarna . He has toured as a stand-up comedian with Lennie Norman and collaborated with director Anders Aldgård on several performances. Throughout his career, Malmberg has demonstrated versatility in the entertainment industry. He has appeared in films such as Lotta på Bråkmakargatan and Kalle Blomkvist – Mästerdetektiven lever farligt , and starred in the TV series Saltön (2010) and Vem tror du att du är? (2009). He has also performed in musicals like Les Misérables , Annie , Little Shop of Horrors , and Det våras för Hitler . Notably, he competed in Let’s Dance on TV4 in 2018 and participated in Bäst i test in 2017, earning 83 points across five episodes. He has performed on stage at Gunnebo House near Gothenburg and starred as Mr. Manchini in 15 minutes of FAME (2006) and played Max Bialystock in The Producers - Det våras för Hitler (2008 and 2009). In 2013, he participated in Melodifestivalen as part of the group Ravaillacz. He received the Guldmasken award for Best Male Musical Artist in 2009. He recently appeared in the film Dancing Queens (2021). Malmberg has five children with four different women, including daughter Perla Rainey-Malmberg (born 2004), and supports the GAIS football club. In the summer of 2026, he was appointed artistic director of Fredriksdalsteatern in Helsingborg, but a deal fell apart and he was unexpectedly removed from the position shortly thereafter.
As an author, comedian, television presenter, blogger and Swedish actress, Clara Henry is currently employed in 2023. Born on April 9, 1994, in Partille, Gothenburg and Bohus County, she grew up in Gökskulla, near Landvetter. Her family background includes an English father, Graham, born in Wycombe to Irish parents, and a Swedish mother, Petra. Kimberly and Christoffer are Clara Henry’s younger siblings. From a young age, Clara Henry has been active online, beginning her blogging journey at age twelve on platforms like Veckorevyn and Devote, later transitioning to Nöjesguiden from 2015. Clara Henry’s career began with blogging and expanded into various media. Beginning in 2011, Clara Henry began sharing videos on YouTube, which led to significant popularity; by May of 2020, her channel reached roughly 395,000 subscribers, and now maintains approximately 372,000. She worked as an adolescent reporter for Göteborgs-Posten and attended the Ingrid Segerstedt Secondary School, graduating in 2013 with a focus on journalism. Her early work includes hosting a talk show on Kanal 5 in 2013 and ‘Häng med Clara Henry’ in spring 2014. She received recognition for her YouTube content, winning 'Vlogger of the Year' at the Veckorevyn Blog Awards 2013. She also participated in the SVT comedy show Valfeber in 2014 and presented Melodifestivalen pre-shows and after-shows that same year. Clara Henry’s work encompasses a wide range of formats, demonstrating her versatility. She hosted Sveriges Radio's ‘Sommar i P1’ in 2015 and co-hosted ‘Hallå i P3’ with Linnea Henriksson later that year. The book 'Ja jag har mens, hurså?' (I've Got My Period, So What?), released in 2015 by Clara Henry, examines menstruation and has been adapted into multiple languages. Following its release, she embarked on a lecture tour titled ‘YouTube på blodigt allvar’ (YouTube Deadly Serious). She co-hosted Melodifestivalen in 2017 with David Lindgren and Hasse Andersson and started the podcast 'Konsten att vara' with Gustaf Jernberg in May 2018. Clara Henry hosts the SVT television program 'Vem kan vad' now; she published 'Mot framtiden: En simpel guide till att krossa patriarkatet' (Into the future: A simple guide to cross patriarchy), her second work, during 2018. She also starred in the SVT series 'Sjukt oklar' in 2018 and appeared in ‘Bäst i test,’ winning the third season in 2019.
David Sundin is a Swedish comedian, television presenter, writer, actor, and producer. Born on May 23, 1976, in Väderstad, Sweden, he grew up in Gimo, Uppland. He began his career working in the advertising industry and with humor starting around the early 2000s. He attended Mediegymnasiet Grafiskt Utbildningscenter in Uppsala, where he started creating websites, and founded his first web agency, Speedway Digital Army, in 1997; it later merged into Abel & Baker. Sundin’s early work involved collaborative humor projects. He contributed to Killinggänget’s web project Spermaharen from 2001 to 2002 and was involved with the humor website 1000 Apor from 2008 to 2009. He also ran his own humor blog, Fantasinyheter , which he compiled into a book in 2012. He contributed to Filip and Fredriks program 'Äppna dagar' in 2003, creating the game 'Bra eller anus'. From television humorous segments, Sundin served as a content producer; his work encompassed shows like Sen kväll med Luuk and Roast på Berns, and he contributed writing to the scripts of Melodifestivalen and Welcome to Sweden. He co-founded the advertising agency Great Works in 2002. Since 2013, Sundin has established himself as a prominent figure in Swedish entertainment. He began performing stand-up at RAW, Norra Brunn, and Stockholm Comedy Club, placing second in the Swedish pun competition (SM i ordvitsar) in 2014. He played 'Dynamit-Harry' in the film Se upp för Jönssonligan in 2020. Sundin co-hosted Bäst i test with Babben Larsson starting in 2017, and in 2019, he was named a presenter for Melodifestivalen 2020, partnering with Lina Hedlund and Linnea Henriksson. Published in 2020, Sundin’s The book that did not want to be read achieved the status of Sweden's best-selling children's book; it earned him the Adlibrispriset, was distributed in more than 25 countries, and subsequently received a sequel. He has also released You Must Be QUIET Now! and The Book That ABSOLUTELY Did Not Want To Be Read , both of which reached No. 1 on Swedish children’s book bestseller lists.
On June 27, 1963, Nils Fredrik Lindström was born in the Fors congregation in Eskilstuna and is active as Swedish programme leader, writer, comedian, linguist and film director.
Hans Roland "Hasse" Brontén, who saw the light of the day on 19 March 1967 in Hägersten, works as a Swedish stand-up comedian and screenwriter and has previously served as a police officer.
A Swedish actor, comedian, singer, and revue artist, Henrik Dorsin was born in Lidingö, Stockholm County, on November 20, 1977. His family history includes immigration from Poland; his grandfather arrived in Sweden after World War 2, and the family name changed from Dziewior to Dorsin in the 1950s. He grew up in the Stockholm suburb of Lidingö and has a younger brother, Mikael Dorsin, who is a former football player. After appearing in a small role in the 1996 film *Vinterviken*, Dorsin's television career commenced in 1998 with the satirical program *Detta har hänt*. Dorsin's work spans various comedic platforms. He is a founding member of the comedy group Grotesco, appearing in two seasons and co-writing the series. Alongside Per Gavatin, Leo Spauls, Michael Lindgren, and Erik Wernquist, he helped establish the theatre group Stockholms blodbad and performed with them. He also worked on the SVT entertainment show Säpop and was a panelist on TV4's Parlamentet . He has served as a revymaker and dramatist, producing the revue Slängar av sleven , and studied scriptwriting at IHTV in Gothenburg. His versatility is further demonstrated through appearances in numerous humor programs like Extra! Extra!, Time out, Stockholm live , and Cirkus Möller , as well as providing entertainment during breaks in Melodifestivalen 2009 as Pihlman. Dorsin has achieved significant recognition for his contributions to Swedish entertainment. He received the Karamelodiktstipendiet in 2007 and the Natur & Kultur kulturpris with 500,000 SEK in 2025. He has also appeared in productions at Oscarsteatern, including My Fair Lady , I hetaste laget , and Singin' in the Rain . He starred in Solsidan from 2009 to 2019 and played a lead role in the Swedish version of The Office , Kontoret , from 2012 to 2013. In 2022, he appeared in Triangle of Sadness , and portrayed Thomas in Cry Wolf (2024). He is currently performing in Svenska revyn in 2025, initially with Vanna Rosenberg and Johan Ulveson, later joined by Johan Glans. Since 2014, he has been running the Scalateatern in Stockholm, co-owning it, and received Kristallen awards in 2014 and 2018 for Årets manliga skådespelare i en tv-produktion . He was nominated for Best Male Supporting Role at the Guldbagge Awards in 2016 and received the Expressen satire prize Ankan in 2015.
Lasse Brandeby, born Lars Thorsten Brandeby on April 27, 1945, in Gothenburg, Sweden, was a Swedish actor, comedian, and journalist. He died on November 20, 2011, also in Gothenburg, at the age of 66. His birth occurred in Carl Johan's parish, marking him as a native of Gothenburg. Brandeby is best known for embodying the characters Kurt Olsson and Rolf Allan Mjunstedt, which brought him significant recognition throughout his career. Brandeby’s path to comedy was multifaceted. He initially worked as a VVS-ingenjör (plumbing engineer) from 1960 to 1971, followed by a period as an obs-lärare (observation teacher) in Kungsbacka from 1971 to 1975, and then as a fritidsgårdsföreståndare (youth center manager) in Gothenburg from 1975 to 1977. He studied at the Journalisthögskolan (Journalism School) from 1980 to 1981, though he did not complete his degree. Following this, he worked as a journalist for Radio Sjuhärad in Borås from 1981 to 1985, where the character Kurt Olsson was created. He debuted as an actor in 1985 at the Nationalteatern in Gothenburg and left journalism after his acting career took off. Brandeby's comedic style frequently involved portraying working-class characters; Kurt Olsson, a typical Gothenburg male, first appeared in 1979 and gained prominence between 1987 and 1992. He also played Rolf Allan Mjunstedt in 'Rena rama Rolf,' an adaptation of 'The Honeymooners,' from 1994 to 1998, which helped Robert Gustafsson gain recognition. He appeared in various productions including farces by Hagge Geigert, folklustspel with Eva Rydberg, and revy with Kent Andersson. Brandeby's work included appearances in 'Kurt Olssons Television' (1987), 'Fådda blommor', 'Kurt Olssons sommartelevision', 'Kurt Olssons julkalender,' and 'Hemma hos Olssons'. He also starred as Kurt Olsson’s father in the film 'Kurt Olsson – filmen om mitt liv som mig själv,' receiving praise from Variety. He participated in 'Let’s Dance' in 2007, though he did not reach the final three and was diagnosed with incurable prostate cancer that same year. Vad gör jag nu då?' written by Anna Brandeby Harström and Lasse Råde, was published, featuring interviews and personal memories. His gravestone bears the phrase 'Vad gör jag nu då?' as per his request, reflecting a signature element of his comedic persona.
Sven Brundin is a Swedish stand-up comedian. Born on December 9, 1966, he currently resides in Viksjö, Järfälla. He transitioned from being a lawyer to pursuing comedy, demonstrating a shift in his professional path. His career began after several years working as a bus and taxi driver, suggesting a diverse background before committing to performance. Brundin studied law in Uppsala and attended acting classes at the Stockholm Improvisationsteater, indicating an early interest in both intellectual pursuits and the performing arts. Since 2006, Sven Brundin has been one of the most active new stand-up comedians in Sweden. He completed comedy training led by Thomas Oredsson and Anders Celin, further honing his skills. In 2006, he reached the final of a stand-up competition, BungyComedy, at Café Tivoli in Stockholm. He regularly performs at Norra Brunn, a stand-up restaurant in Stockholm, and appears on stages like Big Ben Standup and Comedy Nation. His comedy style is described as sharp, charming, and heartfelt, incorporating observations, absurd perspectives, and warmth. He aims to connect with audiences regardless of their location. Brundin’s work extends beyond stand-up; he has performed at Skrattstock from 2007 to 2013, and was invited to participate in 2014. In 2007, he toured with Parksommarturnén alongside Annika Norlin, Moneybrother, and Salem Al Fakir. He has also performed at Gröna Lund multiple times between 2007 and 2013. In 2011, he provided voice-over work for two of Maria Wern's films: 'Pojke Försvunnen' and 'Svart Fjäril'. He runs the Go Bananas Comedy club at Hedmans Lounge in Sundbyberg and works at the Board of Guardianship in Järfälla municipality. He is considered a bridge-builder between cultures, genres, and audiences due to his blend of Swedish self-deprecation and international charm. Sven Brundin performs as a comedian, conference host/moderator, lecturer, guide, or actor. Sven Brundin continues to be active in various performance roles. He frequently works as a 'bingovärd' on Viking Gabriella, Viking Glory, and Viking Gabriella ships. He will be the conference host at the Grand Travel Awards in Oslo on January 8, 2026, and perform at Norra Brunn in Stockholm with Christer Svensson and Fredrik Andersson on January 10, 2026. Upcoming performances include dates at Norra Brunn with Lasse Nilsen and Özz Nüjen (February 12, 2026), Kapten Jack (February 16, 2026), and Släng dig i bunkern Comedy Club in Trosa (March 27, 2026). He also hosts stand-up sessions at Makeriet in Örebro on several dates in 2026. He works as a guide on various boats for Strömma in Stockholm. His website is https://www.svenbrundin.com/ .
Tova Magnusson is a Swedish actress, comedian, and film director, born June 18, 1968, in Huddinge. She spent her childhood in Sorunda, both located within Stockholm County, Sweden. Her career began with acting roles, appearing in numerous films and television productions starting from 1992. These include appearances in titles like 'Svart Lucia' and 'Ha ett underbart liv,' as well as providing voice acting for Anica Dobra in 'Polismördaren' in 1994. She has accumulated over fifteen film credits and more than fifteen television appearances throughout her career. Magnusson’s work in comedy began with the formation of 'Gruppen' in 1997, a collective she co-founded alongside Simon Norrthon, Malin Cederblad, and Figge Norling. Their initial production, 'Clownen luktar bensin,' premiered at Boulevardteatern before being broadcast on Sveriges Radio P3. She also showcased her acting talents in productions such as Sissela Lindgren’s staging of David Mamet's 'Speed the Plow' at Boulevardteatern in 1999, and 'Skitungen — En Omöjlig Gosse' at Teater Plaza in 2000. Her marriage to Figge Norling lasted from 1992 to 2004, and together they have two children born in 1993 and 1999. Beyond acting, Magnusson has established herself as a director. She debuted as a film director in 2003 with 'Miss Sweden' (Fröken Sverige), followed by directing the television miniseries 'Gynekologen i Askim' in 2007 and 'Four More Years' (Fyra år till) in 2010. She has also directed episodes of 'Rederiet' in 2002. Magnusson is known internationally for her role in the series 'The Bridge' (2013). Most recently, she appeared as prosecutor Gunnel Rytterberg in 'En kunglig affär' in 2021, continuing to contribute to Swedish film and television.
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Sweden has a well-established comedy tradition spanning stand-up, television, radio, film and theatre. Swedish humour is often associated with dry wit, irony, understated delivery and sharp observations about everyday life. Comedians frequently explore relationships, family, work, social behaviour and the peculiarities of Swedish culture, while political and social satire also have a strong place in the country's entertainment industry. Swedish comedy is primarily performed in Swedish, although many performers also work in English and have built international audiences.
One of the most influential names in Swedish comedy is Hasse Alfredson, who together with Tage Danielsson formed the legendary comedy partnership known as Hasse & Tage. Through their writing, theatre productions, films, radio programmes and television work, the duo had an enormous influence on Swedish popular culture. Their humour combined clever wordplay, absurd situations and political satire, often disguising serious observations beneath seemingly simple jokes. Their production company, Svenska Ord, became synonymous with an intelligent and distinctly Swedish style of comedy.
Another important figure is Robert Gustafsson, one of Sweden's most recognised comedians and actors. Known for his extraordinary range of characters, impressions and physical comedy, Gustafsson became particularly popular through the television programme Killinggänget and numerous films and stage productions. He has been one of the country's most visible comedy performers for decades, demonstrating how Swedish comedy can move easily between sketch shows, television, theatre and cinema.
Swedish television has produced many other influential comedy performers. Henrik Schyffert is known for stand-up, television, writing and satirical comedy, and was an important member of the comedy group Killinggänget. Johan Rheborg, another prominent member of the group, has become famous for characters such as Percy Nilegård as well as his extensive work in television and film. Anders Jansson and Johan Glans are also widely recognised for their work in Swedish comedy, with Glans particularly known for his observational stand-up and television appearances. Their material often finds humour in relationships, social habits and the everyday situations familiar to Swedish audiences.
The contemporary Swedish stand-up scene includes performers with very different styles and backgrounds. David Batra, Måns Möller, Soran Ismail, Marika Carlsson and Messiah Hallberg have all contributed to the development and popularity of modern stand-up comedy in Sweden. Performers increasingly use personal experiences, cultural differences, family life and contemporary social issues as material, while comedy clubs and touring shows provide a strong live circuit throughout the country. English-language comedy is also common in larger cities, particularly Stockholm, where international performers and expatriate comedians regularly appear alongside Swedish acts.
Swedish comedy also has a strong tradition of female performers. Sissela Kyle, an actor and comedian with an extensive career in theatre, television and film, has become one of Sweden's best-known comic performers. Karin Adelsköld, Marika Carlsson and Petrina Solange have also helped expand the country's stand-up and comedy scene with their own perspectives and styles. Their performances cover subjects ranging from relationships and family to identity, society and everyday experiences, contributing to a broader range of voices within Swedish comedy.
Digital platforms have added another dimension to Sweden's comedy industry. YouTube, podcasts, Instagram and other social media channels allow comedians to experiment with sketches, satire and conversational formats outside traditional television. Swedish comedy podcasts have become particularly popular, while online creators can build audiences both in Sweden and among Swedish-speaking communities abroad. At the same time, established television and theatre remain important platforms for comedians with larger productions and national audiences.
From the groundbreaking work of Hasse & Tage to the sketch comedy of Killinggänget and the popularity of modern stand-up performers, Swedish comedians have developed a style that balances subtle humour with clever satire and memorable characters. Their ability to find comedy in ordinary situations has made Swedish humour distinctive while keeping it accessible to wider audiences. Explore Swedish comedians on GiggleTime to discover legendary entertainers, stand-up performers, television personalities and emerging voices from Sweden's comedy scene.
