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Canada

Claudine Mercier

Claudine Mercier is a Canadian humorist and comedian, born on March 11, 1961, in Quebec. She began her performing career in the early 1980s singing with Artishows and also performed with Norman Iceberg. Mercier graduated from UQAM with a Drama Major in 1989 and attended the École nationale de l'humour at age 28. She is known as a Québécoise comedian, singer, actress, and impressionist, and became one of Quebec's most prominent comedians after graduating. Throughout her career, she has sold over 750,000 tickets. Mercier’s comedy style incorporates stand-up routines, characters, and imitations. She is celebrated for impressions of celebrities, including Sinéad O'Connor, Madonna, Lise Watier, Céline Dion, Lara Fabian, Diane Dufresne, Claire Lamarche, and Sonia Benezra. Her most popular impersonation is of businesswoman Lise Watier, for which she won an Olivier Award; however, she stopped performing it shortly after a request from Lise Watier. Her first One Woman Show was released in 1993, gaining her widespread recognition, followed by a third One Woman Show in 2003. She has appeared on Bye Bye in 1990 and 2013, and co-hosted the 2001 Gala des Olivier with Mario Jean. In 2005, Mercier made her film debut in Idole Instantanée , directed by Yves Desgagnés and produced by Denise Robert, where she played four different characters. She received critical acclaim in Europe and won a Felix award in 1998 and three Olivier awards in 1999. After performing for 25 years, she retired from performing around the time of the pandemic (around 2020), enjoying painting and singing during her retirement. She has always dreamed of performing in a musical, stemming from childhood admiration for Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly. Now, she is returning to the stage and will be part of the cast of the Quebec adaptation of the musical parody 'Ménopause,' portraying Mother Nature, starting in 2025. The show, directed by Danièle Lorain and Alexis Pitkevicht, will tour Quebec, including performances in Montreal and Quebec City, and addresses themes like menopause with humor and sincerity.

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Italy

Claudio Gregori

Claudio Gregori, known professionally as Greg, is a multifaceted Italian entertainer born in Rome on November 17, 1963. He functions as a comedian, actor, musician, singer, screenwriter, cartoonist, television and radio host, and comic book artist. His career began with musical performances in the late 1970s, forming his first band, Jumpin Blues Boys, in 1979, followed by the Jolly Rockers in 1982, which he performed with until 1999, and the Blues Willies also in 1982, releasing albums in 2004 and 2006. He has been involved in numerous other musical projects throughout his career, including Johnny Naso & the Vixinex, Le Tonsille Volanti, Il Duo Italia, I Ghepardi Blu, i Jazzophone, i Swing de Luxe, il Greg's Club, i Reeferbilly and il Jazz Set. Lillo Petrolo and Greg form the comedy team Lillo & Greg, with Greg being widely known as part of that partnership. They met in 1986 while working for a publishing house. Their creative partnership led to the formation of the band Latte & i Suoi Derivati in 1992, which combined rock music with satirical lyrics and comedy. They have collaborated extensively on film projects since 1999, appearing together in Bagnomaria , Blek Giek , Colpi di fulmine , Colpi di fortuna , Un Natale stupefacente , Natale col boss , and Natale a Londra – Dio salvi la regina . In 2020, they co-directed the comedy film D.N.A.: Decisamente non adatti . Beyond his work with Lillo Petrolo, Greg has established himself as a versatile performer. He began working as a cartoonist in 1985 and created characters for Italian comics like Lupo Alberto, Cattivik, and Sturmtruppen. He has also lent his voice to animated films, playing Grub in the Italian version of Epic (2013) and Barry in Early Man (2018). His acting credits extend beyond film, including appearances in television programs like Saluti e baci , Tivvù cumprà , and Un medico in famiglia . He played police officer Amedeo in Three Wives (2001) and recently starred as one of the leads alongside Massimo Ghini and Antonio Catania in 30 anni di meno (2024). Greg’s writing contributions include theme songs for 'Le Iene' and Renzo Arbore’s 'Speciale per me - Meno siamo, meglio stiamo!', and original music for television programs and films with Attilio Di Giovanni. He published a collection of short stories called AgGregazioni in 2008. His radio career began in 1982 with ‘Wolfman Greg Show’ on Radio Città Futura, and he co-hosted the radio program 610 on Rai Radio 2 from 2003 until 2019.

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Chile

Claudio Reyes

Claudio Reyes, born May 5, 1960, in Longaví, Chile, was a multifaceted entertainer. He identified as a Chilean singer, actor, politician, and comedian. Starting in 1984, Reyes initiated his professional acting journey by appearing in minor parts across several television soap operas such as 'La torre 10', 'La represa', and 'Bellas y audaces'. He continued acting in telenovelas, appearing in 'Piel canela' in 2001, and participated in the soundtrack and acting role for 'A la sombra del ángel' in 1989. Reyes also demonstrated musical talent with a popular radio rendition of 'Por qué llora la tarde' in 1989, distinguished by its memorable chorus. The 1990s marked the start of Reyes’ comedy career on ‘Jappening con ja’. He developed several characters during this time, including 'El Huaso Clemente', 'Clementina', 'Tutín', 'Chalo', and notably, 'Charly Badulaque'. The character of 'Charly Badulaque' gained significant popularity around 2000, leading to appearances on ‘Morandé con compañía’ and a guest spot on ‘Viva el lunes’. This popularity culminated in the film 'Kuma Channel: The True Story of Charly Badulaque', released around 2000. In 1989, Reyes took on the responsibility of judging at the Viña del Mar International Song Festival. Beyond entertainment, Reyes entered politics, serving as a councilor for Puente Alto from 2004 to 2008, representing the Independent Democratic Union (UDI) and receiving over 12,000 votes. He continued to work in television, appearing on ‘De aquí no sale’ in 2016 and ‘Gato por Liebre’ in 2021. Throughout his life, Reyes fathered seven children with six separate women, and Yanet Alfaro was his final spouse. He experienced a mild heart attack in April 2023 from which he recovered, but unfortunately died on July 13, 2024, due to a subsequent heart attack while celebrating a friend's birthday in Santiago. Reyes studied at the Department of Theatre at the University of Chile.

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Switzerland

Claudio Zuccolini

Claudio Zuccolini is a Swiss comedian and moderator, originating from Graubünden. He began his media career in 1994 as a radio host for local stations in Graubünden, specifically at Radio Grischa. Following this, he moved to Zurich and worked as a VJ and moderator for TELE 24. Between 1998 and 2003, Zuccolini gained wider recognition hosting, editing, and working as a VJ for Tele24 and Swiss Television, and later from 2003 to 2005, he served as an editor for the Swiss illustrated magazine and People on Sat.1 Schweiz. Zuccolini's comedy career launched in 2004 with "The Ex-Celebrity." He has since developed a distinctive style, often satirizing his experiences as a former public figure and incorporating everyday observations into his performances. His subsequent shows include "Zucco’s Coffee Trip" (2007), "The Success Programme" (2010), "Simply Zucco" (2015), "Why" (2017), and "Because" (2020). He frequently incorporates topics such as table mats, tattoos, dishwashers, and cookbooks into his comedy, and enjoys gossiping, particularly about Kurt and Erika. He has performed at the Arosa Humor Festival in 2010 and received the Arosa Humorfüller in 2017. His seventh show, "Der Aufreger" (The Provocateur), has been touring Switzerland since autumn 2023, with most performances selling out. Beyond stand-up, Zuccolini’s career encompasses various roles. He appeared in the show 'Genial daneben' on SRF zwei and hosted three episodes of 'Wer wird Millionär?' on 3+ in 2011. He has also taken on theatrical roles, performing in "BOEING BOEING" (2009), "Saturday Night Fever," and "Rocky Horror Show." He has had minor roles in Swiss films and since 2007, voices the Steinbock Gian in Graubünden tourism commercials. Zuccolini’s achievements have been recognized with numerous awards, including the Swiss Comedy Award in 2020, two Swiss Comedy Awards in 2020 (Solo category for 'Because' and Audience Award), a Prix Walo in 2011 for Cabaret/Comedy, and a second Prix Walo in 2024. Currently, he is a people columnist for Radio SRF 3, moderates "Wie tickt die Schweiz?" on SRF1 since 2024, and serves as the president of the Swiss National Animal Association (VNTS), advocating for Switzerland’s national animal.

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Australia

Clyde Cook

Born Clyde Wilfred Cook on December 16, 1891, close to Port Macquarie, Australia, Clyde Cook became an Australian-American actor, comedian, and vaudevillian. His parents were John and Annie Cook; the family moved to Sydney when he was six years old. He began his performing career in 1901 as an acrobat and dancer, quickly gaining a reputation as a comic entertainer by 1906. Cook’s early career involved extensive travel and performance. He pursued a career in London music halls in 1911 and performed at the Folies Bergere for 14 weeks. Although he went back to Australia in 1916, Clyde Cook could not enlist in the First Australian Imperial Force because of physical limitations. During this period, he participated in fundraising and entertained soldiers. His first film appearance was in His Only Chance in 1918. During his initial performances in the United States, Cook was known as the “Inja Rubber Idiot,” and he performed at the New York Hippodrome from the middle of 1919 until the beginning of 1920. In 1920, William Fox contracted Clyde Cook for a series of comedic short films; subsequently, he collaborated with Hal Roach in 1925 and Warner Bros. in 1927. Cook’s comedic style often showcased his acrobatic skills, which James Parrott helped develop into storylines. He starred in short comedies directed by Stan Laurel starting in 1925, and appeared in films such as Should Sailors Marry? (1925), where he wrestled Noah Young, and The Taming of the Shrew . His career spanned into the 1950s, with roles of diminishing size. He appeared in the Bulldog Drummond and Mr. Moto film series, as well as an episode of The Adventures of Superman in 1953. He married actress Alice Draper in 1925; they had a daughter named Julia but divorced acrimoniously in 1938. His final film was Donovan’s Reef (1963) as a walk-on. Clyde Cook died on August 13, 1984, in Carpinteria, California.

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Chile

Coco Legrand

Alejandro Javier González Legrand, más conocido como Coco Legrand, es un humorista, actor y conductor de televisión chileno. Su obra se compone principalmente de monólogos que describen escenas cotidianas, permitiendo observar y satirizar los rasgos psicológicos más comunes de la sociedad, y a su vez volver a perfilar al típico ciudadano chileno.

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Italy

Coco Ponzoni

Cochi Ponzoni, born Aurelio Ponzoni on March 11, 1941, in Milan, is an Italian actor, screenwriter, singer, and comedian. His mother gave him the nickname 'Cochi,' inspired by a character from the children's magazine Corriere dei Piccoli . He attended both the Italian Liceo classico and the Carlo Cattaneo Technical Institute, studying accounting. Early friendships with Renato Pozzetto, beginning in Gemonio, led to a significant artistic partnership. Ponzoni initially gained fame as part of the comedy duo Cochi e Renato with Renato Pozzetto, forming their partnership in 1962. They began performing at 'Cab 64' in 1964 and later at the Derby Club in Milan starting in 1965, developing a surreal and poetic style of comedy. Enzo Jannacci became a friend and co-author during this period, contributing to their popular songs like ‘Canzone Intelligente,’ 'La gallina,' and 'Nebbia in Val Padana.' They debuted on television in 1971 in the miniseries Riuscirà il cav. papà Ubu? and hosted Il poeta e il contadino in 1973. He began a solo career in 1976, marked by his film debut in Cuore di cane , also appearing in The Career of a Chambermaid and Sturmtruppen that same year. After gaining recognition for his work with Pozzetto, Ponzoni pursued a solo career focusing on film and theater. He appeared in films such as Il marchese del Grillo (1981) and Saxofone (1978). Disagreements with Renato Pozzetto regarding work choices occurred in the early 1980s, leading him to shift his focus to dramatic theatre. He briefly ran for political office for the Radical Party in 1987. Ponzoni reunited with Pozzetto in the 2000s for television and stage projects. In December 2024, he received a career award at the Asti International Film Festival and became an official testimonial for City Angels. He published his memoir, La versione di Cochi , in 2023, and appeared on Zelig in February 2026 to celebrate the show's 30th anniversary.

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France

Coluche

Michel Colucci, famous under the pseudonym of Coluche, was born on October 28, 1944 in the 14th arrondissement of Paris and Off on 1 9 June 1986 in Opio, in the Alpes-Maritimes. He illustrated himself as a French comedian, actor and philanthropist.

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France

Consuelo de Haviland

Consuelo de Haviland is a multifaceted artist, recognized as an actress, dancer, and writer. Born on April 28, 1955, in New York City, she holds both French and American citizenship, reflecting her Franco-American heritage. She comes from the distinguished Haviland porcelain family. Her early training included classical dance, with studies undertaken in both Paris and Sofia. She made an appearance in Lady Oscar (1979), portraying Oscar's partner at the black ball, and subsequently played Lisa in 37°2 le matin (1986). Other notable film credits include portrayals of Barbara in Hôtel du Paradis (1987), a 'tall brunette' in The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988), and Corinne in Ne réveillez pas un flic qui dort (1988). She also starred as Liselotte Wagner in Dancing Machine (1990) and Elisa ‘Bunny’ Grimaldi in Sans Rancune (1992). Her television work includes a role in the episode 'Adolescence de l'art' of Maguy (1991), and appearances in Maigret voit double (2000) as Josette Keller, and Louis la brocante (2001) as Brigitte. She also played Betty Fersen in Le Maître du Zodiaque (2006). In 1996, she starred in Panique au Plazza at the Théâtre Marigny. Beyond her acting work, Consuelo de Haviland is also a published author, having released the novel Boulevard Dondoukov in 1987. She also appeared in the film 'A Private Affair' (2002). Her professional life extends beyond acting; she represents Russian Railways in France and contributed to the restoration of a railway link between Paris and Moscow. She was also an actress in La Fac en délire (1982), a Franco-German co-production about young people stealing a bus to reach their fiancées.

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Spain

Consuelo Guerrero de Luna

Consuelo Guerrero de Luna, born Consuelo Texidor Mendo in Madrid on March 9, 1905, was a Spanish actress and comedian. She began her career on stage in 1924 at the Teatro de la Zarzuela in Madrid, and subsequently performed with Ricardo Calvo Agostí's dramatic company. Her sister, Irene Guerrero de Luna, also pursued an acting career, specializing in voice acting. Following the Spanish Civil War, Consuelo Guerrero de Luna emigrated to Mexico in the late 1930s after being exiled. She quickly established herself in Mexican cinema, appearing in over fifty films throughout her career. Her film debut occurred in 1941 with Oh, What Times, Don Simon! , and she also appeared in The Unknown Policeman that same year. Throughout the early 1940s, she starred in several films including When the Stars Travel (1942), I Danced with Don Porfirio (1942), and Arriba las mujeres (1943). She also acted in Resurrection (1943) and Summer Hotel (1944), as well as The Daughter of the Regiment (1944) and The Lieutenant Nun (1944). Notable films from her later career include The White Monk (1945), The Thief (1947), Spurs of Gold (1948), In the Palm of Your Hand (1951), and Take Me in Your Arms (1954). Beyond film, Consuelo Guerrero de Luna participated in theatrical productions such as 'El derecho a nacer', 'La loba', 'Los cuatro caminos', and 'La locura de los ángeles'. She also contributed to television, appearing in soap operas Murallas blancas and Amar fue su pecado in 1960. She spent her final years living in a house provided by the National Actors Association (ANDA). Consuelo Guerrero de Luna died in Ciudad de México on October 11, 1972.

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Germany

Cordula Stratmann

As a German, Cordula Stratmann works as a comedian, actress, author, and also practices as a systemic family therapist. Born in Düsseldorf on November 10, 1963, she grew up as the daughter of a teacher. She attended St.-Ursula-Gymnasium in Düsseldorf and completed her Abitur in the early 1980s. Stratmann first gained prominence in the late 1990s portraying Annemie Hülchrath on Zimmer frei! (1998-2008). After graduating from high school, Stratmann studied social work at the Katholischen Hochschule Nordrhein-Westfalen in Cologne and earned a Diplom-Sozialarbeiterin degree. She also received additional training in systemic family therapy while working at a family counseling center, working as a therapist for eight years (1988-1996). Before pursuing comedy, she co-founded the cabaret group Fatal Banal in 1990 and discovered comedy in 1990. She created the character Annemie Hülchrath for a carnival session in 1992. Stratmann’s career transitioned to television in 1996, leaving her job in family counseling. Stratmann’s television debut involved hosting the comedy programs Manngold and Sonst gerne on tm3 and ZDF, where she originally performed the role of Melanie. She acted in the film Zimmer frei! as ‘Annemie Hülchrath’ in 1998, with spin-offs including Annemie auf Hausbesuch (2000-2002) and Annemie Hülchrath – Der Talk (2002-2004). Her first stage program, Andererseits wiederum …, debuted in 2001, earning her a German Comedy Award nomination. She hosted the show Annemie Hülchrath – Der Talk on WDR from 2002 to 2004. Starting in September 2004, she starred in the improvisation comedy show Schillerstraße, which ran until April 2007 and earned her several awards including the German Comedy Award in 2005 and the German Television Award. She was also nominated for a German Comedy Award in October 2001 and October 2002. Stratmann’s personal life has occasionally been incorporated into her work; she was pregnant in November 2005, which was reflected in the Schillerstraße storyline, and gave birth to a son named Emil on March 31, 2006. She is married to Rainer Osnowski, a co-founder of lit.Cologne, and they reside in Cologne with their son. She has authored several books including Ist dieses Buch ansteckend? (2008), Sie da oben (2011), and Wo war ich stehengeblieben? (2024). She continues to practice as a family therapist part-time in her own practice in Cologne, and has appeared in various television series and films including Danni Lowinski (2013), Kroymann (2017-2019), Rocca verändert die Welt (2019) and SMS für Dich (2016). She recently participated in the fourth season of 'LOL: Last One Laughing' (starting April 6, 2023).

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France

Curnonsky

Maurice Edmond Sailland, known professionally as Curnonsky and nicknamed 'Cur', was born on October 12, 1872, in Angers, France. His mother, Blanche Alphonsine Mazeran, died shortly after his birth, and his father, Edmond Georges Sailland, abandoned him. He was subsequently raised by his grandmother in Angers, attending Collège Saint-Maurille. At approximately 18 years old, he relocated to Paris with the goal of pursuing a journalism career and attending the École normale supérieure. Curnonsky began writing for various publications, including La Vie parisienne, Le Music-Hall illustré du matin, and Comœdia. He worked as a literary assistant for Willy in 1895 and co-authored novels with Paul-Jean Toulet. Alphonse Allais suggested the pseudonym 'Curnonsky,' which he adopted. Curnonsky's writing encompassed diverse areas, including advertising copy for companies like Pyrex and Michelin, and he is considered by some to have almost invented ghostwriting. He wrote or ghost-wrote many books and newspaper columns, and was a humorist and music hall critic. Curnonsky’s contributions to the culinary world were significant. The name Bibendum for the Michelin Man was created by him in 1907, and beginning in November of that year, he authored the weekly 'Les Lundis de Michelin' column for Michelin. He was elected ‘Prince of Gastronomes’ in 1927 by a plebiscite of approximately 3000 chefs. From 1921 to 1928, he co-authored 28 volumes of 'La France Gastronomique' with Marcel Rouff, totaling 3,000 pages and over 5,000 recipes. He also founded the Académie des gastronomes in 1928, serving as its first president until 1949, and launched Cuisine et Vins de France in 1947. Curnonsky died on July 22, 1956, in Paris at the age of 83, leaving behind a substantial body of work that cemented his reputation as the ‘Prince of Gastronomy’.

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