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Chile

Gladys del Río

Gladys del Río was a Chilean actress and comedian, born in Santiago on December 29, 1941. She spent her early years living in a Carabineros de Chile settlement. In the early 1960s, she pursued studies of Pedagogy in Spanish at the Technical Pedagogical Institute, which is part of the State Technical University (UTE). During this time, she became involved in theater, co-founding the university theater group Teknos alongside Sonia Viveros, Gabriela Medina and Luis Alarcón. She married actor and musician Jorge Pedreros in 1967, and they had a daughter named Claudia. Del Río’s career gained significant recognition in 1983 when she joined the television program Jappening con Ja . She became widely known for her character 'Señora Pochi' within the popular sketch 'La Oficina.' Beyond this role, she portrayed a variety of other characters on the show, including 'Mama Show', 'Tranquilina', 'Yolanda Motocinos', 'Maruja', and 'the Mama de Pequitas'. Her work extended beyond television; she appeared in the 1982 telenovela De cara al mañana and the 1989 film Todo por nada , directed by Alfredo Lamadrid. She also participated in El show de Pepito TV and A la suerte de la olla in 2001. Following the death of her husband, Jorge Pedreros, in 2013 after a long illness, Gladys del Río continued to work. Sadly, she died on October 30, 2021, in Santiago at the age of 79, due to heart failure following a cardiorespiratory arrest. Her remains were laid out at the Church of Saint Francis of Assisi and buried in the San Bernardo parish cemetery. She leaves behind a legacy as a beloved figure in Chilean comedy and television.

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Chile

Gloria Benavides

Gloria Benavides, born Gloria Angélica Benavides Nicolás on April 5, 1948, in Loncoche, Chile, is a Chilean actress, singer, and comedian. Her parents were Juan Luis Benavides Oliva, a carpenter, and Nieves Elena Nicolás Gacitúa, a homemaker. Early in her life, at age three, she was temporarily cared for by another family near Valdivia due to her mother's illness requiring treatment in Santiago. She began her performance career early, singing on Radio Baquedano in Valdivia at age five and later appearing on Radio Minería in Santiago. Benavides’ musical career took off during the late 1960s with popular songs like 'Pequeño amorcito,' 'Prima o Poi,' 'Balapapa,' and 'Patati Patata.' She recorded her first album, Gloria Benavides, Sus primeros éxitos , in 1963. Scottie Scott provided main creative support starting in 1970, and she frequently appeared on Chilean television from that time onward. At 13, she recorded "la gotita," which quickly became a national hit. She continued releasing albums, including De Gloria Benavides a los enamorados de siempre between 1968 and 1973, and Gloria Benavides in 1972. Her marriage to Pat Henry in 1968 resulted in two daughters, Cherie and Carol. Benavides is best known for her comedic work, particularly her appearances on television. She was a regular on Sábado Gigante from 1975 to 2015, including the international version produced by Univision in Miami from 1990 to 2015. She also appeared on the comedy show Jappening con Ja from 1978 to 1989, portraying characters like 'Gertrudis,' 'La Tía Tute,' and 'La Cuatro Dientes.' She hosted El show de Gloria in 1985. 'La Cuatro Dientes,' inspired by a fan, debuted in 1975 and became her most famous humorous role, earning her the 'Best Humorous Character Award' in Chile in 2006. She also performed 'La copucha,' satirizing national reality. Benavides has performed at the Viña del Mar International Song Festival eleven times, receiving 17 awards, including torches and seagulls. She later appeared in Vecinos al tres y al cuatro (2007) and the play Viejas de Mierda . She remarried in 1974 to Joaquín Molina, a military officer who became an agent of the CNI; they had one son, Joaquín, who was assassinated in 1988.

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Argentina

Gogó Andreu

Ricardo César Andreu, known professionally as Gogó Andreu, was an Argentine actor, comedian, and musician. He was born in Buenos Aires on July 27, 1919, and died there on May 1, 2012, at the age of 92. His parents were Antonio Andreu and Isabel Anchart; they operated a touring theatre company that traveled through Argentine provinces. This early exposure to performance likely influenced his later career. At the age of 12, José Razzano introduced him to Carlos Gardel at the Broadway Theatre, marking an early connection to the world of Argentine music and entertainment. Gogó Andreu’s career spanned numerous mediums. He debuted in film in 1947 with El alma del bandoneón , and subsequently appeared in films such as La guerra la gano yo (1943), Lucrezia Borgia (1947), Rhythm, Salt and Pepper (1951), The Squeezing Hand (1953), and The Phantom of the Operetta (1955). He also had smaller roles in films like 'Yo quiero morir contigo', 'El viejo Hucha', and 'Juvenilia'. Andreu acted on stage with Armando Discépolo and at the Teatro Nacional with Narciso Ibáñez Menta. He achieved success as an actor in New York in the 1950s and as a tango singer in Cuba during the same decade. He began to gain recognition as a comic actor in the 1950s, often directed by Enrique Carreras. Throughout his career, Gogó Andreu appeared in numerous television shows, including 'La tuerca', 'No toca botón', 'La familia Benvenuto', and 'Mi ex'. He released an album in 1964 with Horacio Malvicino, featuring the hit song 'El departamento'. Andreu wrote popular songs such as ‘Caramelo santo’, ‘Cuando la noche se termina’, and ‘Para encontrar un nuevo amor’ and collaborated with artists like Tita Merello, Leonor Rinaldi, Enrique Muiño, Puma Rodríguez, and Roberto Goyeneche. He continued to work in television well into the 2000s, appearing in shows such as 'Provócame' (2001), 'Muñeca brava' (1998), and 'Vidas Robadas' (2008). His contributions were recognized with a Gobbi de Oro award from the National Tango Academy in 2010, a Silver Condor for his career by the Argentine Film Critics Association in 2009, and a Konex Merit Diploma in Musical Actor in 1991. He was posthumously included in the 'In Memoriam' segment of the 2012 Martín Fierro Awards.

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Sweden

Göran Gabrielsson

Göran Gabrielsson is a Swedish comedian and imitator, originating from Norrköping. He has been working as a full-time entertainer and imitator since 1987. His background includes training as a mechanical engineer, a detail that provides an interesting contrast to his career in comedy. Gabrielsson worked in television and radio. He was versatile in entertainment. A significant part of Göran Gabrielsson’s career involves appearances on television programs such as Babben & Co , where he participated in 13 episodes and was part of a panel of Swedish comedians. Babben & Co premiered in 2007. He has also been featured in Debatt Almedalen 2013 , Att vara , SNN News , and Stockholm Live . Since 2001, he is a regular on the satirical radio program Public Service . Gabrielsson’s performances often incorporate political satire; for example, he famously imitated former Prime Minister Göran Persson, engaging in playful arguments with him onstage and parodying his image. He has also commented on the performance of Fredrik Reinfeldt and joked about Mona Sahlins views. Gabrielsson's comedic style includes observational humor and impersonations. He is known for his ability to interact directly with subjects of his imitations, as demonstrated in his Persson performance. His humor extends to personal observations, such as a playful comment about his wife, Anitra Steen. He has performed at the Lund Comedy Festival, joining approximately 1000 other comedians who have appeared there; the festival is known for hosting many popular Swedish comedians. Gabrielsson also jokes about his own memory, expressing pride in his ability to forget things quickly.

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Australia

Grace Jarvis

Hailing from Australia, Grace Jarvis is an Antipodean expatriate who works as a stand-up comedian and writer. She is also considered an Australian/New Zealand stand-up comedian. Critics often praise her comedic talent, frequently citing Grace Jarvis as among the wittiest and most intelligent rising comedians in Australia. Jarvis’s comedy style is often characterized as hilarious, stinging, and outrageously dark, a combination that some find surprising given her appearance; critics have even labeled her 'the world’s cheeriest nihilist'. She has demonstrated her writing abilities, earning multiple writing awards. Jarvis established herself within the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, performing three acclaimed stand-up comedy hours and appearing in the Comedy Up Late series and The Upfront Gala. Two of her recent shows, including her 2023 Edinburgh Fringe debut, 'This is the Last Goldfish That I Am Going to Eat for You', were directed by Laura Davis. She has also extended her reach beyond festivals, performing at the Woodford Folk Festival’s comedy programme. Her comedic talent is recognized by peers; Tim Batt, known for The Worst Idea of All Time, has praised her work as 'razor-sharp, vulnerable, honed' and declared her a star. Publications like The Age (AU) have noted her ability to deliver punchlines effortlessly. Beyond live performances, Jarvis maintains an active presence online, frequently complimented for her Twitter activity. She contributes writing to various publications including Junkee, The Feed SBS, The Nightly, and The Age. Her writing extends into digital spaces, as she has written sketches for Netflix ANZ social media channels. In 2024, she provided tour support for Josh Thomas in the UK. Jarvis is also a frequent guest on numerous podcasts, including Gamey Gamey Game, The Glue Factory, Some Laugh, Boonta Vista, Confessions with Sam Peterson, Masters of Our Domain, The Mish & Zach Podcast, Don’t You Know Who I Am with Josh Earl, bigsofttitty.png, and Free to a Good Home, demonstrating her versatility and continued engagement within the comedy landscape.

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United Kingdom

Gracie Fields

Gracie Fields, born Grace Stansfield on January 9, 1898, in Rochdale, Lancashire, England, was a British comedian, singer, and actress. Frederick Stansfield, who worked as an engineer, and Sarah Jane 'Jenny' Bamford Stansfield, a housewife and laundress, were her parents. Living above a fish and chip shop belonging to her grandmother, Sarah Bamford, she spent her childhood and attended Rochdale’s public schools until she was 13 years old. Encouraged by her mother, Jenny Stansfield, who would watch theater shows with her while she did laundry for the companies, Fields began her career early, making her first stage appearance in 1905 with children's repertory theatre groups. Fields’ professional debut occurred in variety at the Rochdale Hippodrome in 1910. She worked as a half-timer in a local cotton mill before pursuing performing and married Archie Pitt, a comedian and impresario, in 1923. Together, they toured Britain from 1915 to 1931, appearing in the revue Mr Tower of London (1918-1924). This show brought her to the West End in 1924, marking her first performance there. Fields and Pitt’s act combined self-deprecating jokes, comic songs, monologues, and 'depression-era' songs in a Northern working-class style. She recorded her first record, My Blue Heaven , in 1928, which sold 500,000 copies. During the 1930s, Fields achieved recognition as one of Britain's ten leading film stars, earning her status as the world’s highest-paid entertainer; occasionally commanding a payment of £200,000 for four movies. Her film career included Sally in Our Alley (1931), featuring her famous song 'Sally', and subsequent films such as This Week of Grace (1933), Look Up and Laugh (1935), Queen of Hearts (1936), We’re Going to Be Rich (1938), Keep Smiling (1938), and Shipyard Sally (1939). During World War II (1939-1945), she entertained Allied troops. Following further performances in Holy Matrimony (1943) and Molly and Me (1945), she subsequently portrayed Miss Marple in the American television film A Murder is Announced (1956). Gracie Fields was appointed a CBE in 1938 and a DBE in 1979. She made more than 500 records and gave ten Royal Command Performances. Her last public performance was in 1978, and she died on September 27, 1979, in Capri, Italy, at the age of 81.

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Ireland

Graham Linehan

An Irish comedy writer and director, Graham Linehan was born in Dublin in May of 1968. He attended Catholic University School and began his career as a journalist, working for the magazine Hot Press in the 1980s. Early on, he also demonstrated versatility as an actor and comedian. Linehan's initial foray into television writing involved collaborations with Arthur Mathews; together, they contributed segments to shows such as Alas Smith and Jones , Harry Enfield and Chums , and The All New Alexei Sayle Show . They also wrote for sketch shows like The Fast Show , and specifically developed the Ted and Ralph characters. Linehan and Mathews are best known for co-creating several highly successful television series. Father Ted , launched in 1995, became a major success and garnered numerous awards, including two BAFTAs for best comedy. They subsequently co-created Big Train (1998–2002), with Linehan also directing the first series. His writing credits extend to shows like The Day Today and Brass Eye , and he co-created Black Books (2000–2004) alongside Dylan Moran, co-directing episodes with Nick Wood. In 2003, he directed the pilot episode of Little Britain . He created, wrote, and directed The IT Crowd (2006–2013), which earned considerable acclaim, including a BAFTA TV Award for ‘Best Situation Comedy’ in 2009, as well as awards at the British Comedy Awards and the Irish Film and Television Awards. Beyond television, Linehan has also explored other creative avenues. He adapted The Ladykillers for the stage in 2011, premiering it at The Liverpool Playhouse before its run at The Gielgud Theatre in London. Working with Sneezing Tree Films, Linehan directed many advertising campaigns and commercials that included Martin Freeman. In October 2023, he published a memoir, Tough Crowd: How I Made and Lost a Career in Comedy , which reached number ten on the Sunday Times bestseller list. Linehan is also known as a campaigner; however, recent events have significantly impacted his career. In September 2025, he was arrested at Heathrow Airport for allegedly inciting hatred, an incident that resulted in a £25,000 settlement from the Metropolitan Police and required hospitalization due to health concerns. He now resides in Arizona and has announced plans to work on a sitcom there, moving in December 2024.

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Brazil

Grande Otelo

Grande Otelo, born Sebastião Bernardes de Souza Prata in Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, on October 18, 1915, was a significant figure in Brazilian entertainment. He began his career performing in a circus ring around 1924 at the age of seven, and by eight years old, he participated in the Companhia Negra de Revistas in 1927. Newspapers at the time lauded him as 'the greatest artist of the Portuguese language' when he was just six years old. The nickname 'Grande Otelo,' referencing Shakespeare’s character and ironically referring to his short stature, originated during this period. His early life was marked by hardship; his father, Antenor Prata, a cattle rancher, died before he was two, and his mother struggled with alcoholism. He attended Liceu Coração de Jesus until junior high school, but frequently ran away from guardians and faced juvenile court. He married Lucia Maria Pinheiro in 1948, experiencing tragedy the following year when she shot and killed his stepson and then herself. His career flourished in Brazilian theater, particularly in the teatro de revista genre, and he began his film career in 1935 with Noites Cariocas . He partnered with Oscarito as a comedic duo, a collaboration that defined much of his work from the 1940s to the 1950s. He starred in chanchadas, Brazilian comedy films, and appeared in approximately 100 films throughout his career. Grande Otelo’s work frequently portrayed characters subject to racial stereotypes, a reflection of the prejudice he faced throughout his life. He often played the character of a 'malandro,' someone living outside the law and relying on their wits. He also collaborated with filmmakers such as Nelson Pereira dos Santos, Joaquim Pedro de Andrade, and Werner Herzog, and was selected by Orson Welles to co-star in It’s All True (1943). He played the title role in the 1960 film adaptation of Mário de Andrade's Macunaíma , which he considered his greatest success. He died on November 26, 1993, at Charles de Gaulle Airport near Paris, aged 78, and was buried in São Pedro cemetery in Uberlândia. A biographical documentary film, Othelo, o Grande , was released in 2023, exploring his life and the racial issues he confronted.

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United Kingdom

Greg Scott

Born in Macclesfield, Cheshire, on March 6, 1969, Greg Scott is an English television presenter who brings more than thirty years of expertise to broadcasting and live entertainment. His father was a comedian, which may have influenced his early interest in performance. He began his career seeking presenting roles by writing letters to producers, eventually receiving a response from David Liddiment in 1986 who suggested he consider warm-up work. In 1987, Scott began his career with the Children's ITV program, *The Ultimate Machine*, where he participated in a five-day recording period producing six episodes centered on the human body. During this time, his name even appeared in the end credits after ten years, an unusual occurrence at the time. He also presented radio shows and game show pilots concurrently, demonstrating his versatility as a presenter and compere. He hosted 'Greg Scott's Best Breakfast' on Yorkshire Coast Radio from 1998 to 2001 and occasionally appeared on Minster FM. He has presented English versions of French entertainment pilots and game shows that have been sold and aired in the UK, USA, and Australia. Individuals who have collaborated with him have praised him as 'a joy to work with,' and audiences have expressed their affection for him. He has banked countless hours of live, unscripted TV and radio. Greg Scott’s current activities are diverse, reflecting his broad skillset. He currently presents afternoon radio shows on Coast and County Radio in Scarborough, utilizing Periscope and Facebook Live for audience interaction. He also hosts online draws for Titan Prizes in Lancashire and quiz nights for Kwizzbit. Southeastern Rail has secured Scott for a one-year agreement to provide voiceovers for major announcements; he also previously recorded announcements for Network Rail in remembrance of The Duke Of Edinburgh in April 2021, and Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022. He performs at corporate and charity events and continues to work as a voiceover artist for a wide range of clients, including ITV, Endemol, Mastercard, Eurosport, Camelot, QVC, and Southeastern Rail. He is also a conference facilitator and an entertainment host. His style is described as sparky, fun, and energetic, with a warm and personable disposition. He is married to Karen since 1996, and they have two daughters and a dog named Mollie.

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Germany

Gregor Kurtz

Gregor Kurtz, known professionally as Roger G., is a 43-year-old German comedian, influencer, and artist from Rostock. Before transitioning to comedy, Kurtz began creating media accounts in 2018 to sell artwork, establishing a significant online presence. Roger G. gained initial recognition through short videos on social media, particularly those depicting everyday family life under the name "Die Wicherts von nebenan." A viral Instagram Reel featuring green children’s margarine (Ende 2023) significantly boosted his visibility, and he now has over 647,000 followers on Instagram. He creates comic-like figures, wordplay, and drawings, which appear on prints and clothing. Kurtz started performing stand-up comedy around 2024, attending open mic nights from August of the previous year to gather feedback. An agency called 'smile' encouraged him to go on stage in early 2024, and his first eight shows sold out within three days (Mitte 2024). He describes his social media content as authentic and improvised, maintaining a 'Random-Bullshit-Liste' on his phone for ideas. His comedy style involves everyday observations and a Northern German perspective, incorporating elements of anime, family life insights, and a love for mustaches. He addresses social and political topics, including criticizing the AFD, and his routines include observations about typical Mecklenburger people, jokes about various types of birds, and humorous suggestions like a mining fair for Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. He has appeared on MDR-Comedyshow Olafs Klub (2026) and NDR talk shows, and performed a comedy show at the Kurhaus garden in Rostock. Club in Rostock in September. He describes having his own 'G'-language world, where 'G' stands for level/quality, and believes humor shouldn’t have externally defined boundaries.

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United Kingdom

Griff Rhys Jones

Griff Rhys Jones, born on November 16, 1953, in Cardiff, Wales, is a multifaceted figure known as a comedian, actor, presenter, author, and advocate for architecture. Gwynneth Margaret Jones, later known as Gwynneth Margaret (née Jones), and Elwyn Rhys Jones, who worked as a medical doctor, were his parents. The family relocated to West Sussex when Griff was just six months old because of his father’s profession. He attended Conifers Primary School, followed by schools in Epping, Essex, and Brentwood School before pursuing higher education. Before university, Griff gained experience working as a petrol-pump attendant and on a P&O ship, the Uganda. He initially studied History at Emmanuel College, Cambridge, but later switched to English, graduating with a 2:1 degree. His career began as a trainee producer for BBC Radio Light Entertainment, and he subsequently worked as a producer on The Atkinson People . Early comedic appearances included roles in Oh no it isn't! He appeared in roles starting in 1974 and had small appearances in the initial run of Not the Nine O'Clock News; subsequently, he joined the show’s cast as a regular beginning with the second series. He and Mel Smith co-founded Talkback Productions in 1981, leading to collaborations on several comedy series such as Alas Smith and Jones and the film Morons from Outer Space . Griff Rhys Jones’s work has garnered considerable recognition. He received Laurence Olivier Theatre Awards in 1984 and 1994 for Best Comedy Performance. In 1990, he demonstrated his acting skills by portraying Toad in The Wind in the Willows at the National Theatre, and he also provided voices for characters within the Funnybones animated television series. From 2008 to 2018, he presented It’ll Be Alright on the Night , taking over from Denis Norden. He has also authored books, including 'Insufficiently Welsh' (2009), which prompted a series of book events throughout Wales and England in April 2014, including appearances in Rhosygilwen, Bristol, Mumbles, Monmouth, and Chepstow. His book 'Rivers' earned the Best Narrative Travel Book award at the Travel Press Awards in 2010. He continues to be active, filming a sketch show for BBC1 and having previously filmed a new quiz show called 'The Archive Quiz' in 2012.

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Argentina

Guillermo Francella

Guillermo Héctor Francella, born on February 14, 1955, in Buenos Aires, is an Argentine actor and comedian. Experts and critics consider him one of the most influential and popular actors in Argentina. His family background includes Italian roots; his paternal grandfather, Domenico Frangella, was an immigrant from Falconara Albanese, Calabria. He spent his early years in Villa del Parque before moving to Béccar. Francella’s path to comedy began after graduating from Instituto 20 de Junio de San Isidro in 1972. Initially studying journalism for three years without completing the degree, he also held various jobs including work as a journalist for Gente , a clothing seller, an insurance salesman, and in real estate. His acting debut occurred in the play Charlatanes . He gained early recognition with a Cinzano commercial in the early 1980s, followed by his television debut in Los hnos. Torterolo in 1980. His career progressed with significant roles such as De carne somos (1988) and Los extermineitors (1989), the latter being a spoof of action films. Francella’s work has spanned film, television, theater, and he is also a producer and director. He is known for playing Francachella in Brigada Cola (1992-1994) and portraying three brothers in Trillizos, dijo la partera (1999). Other notable roles include appearances in Un Argentino en New York (early 1990s), Rudo y Cursi (2008), El secreto de sus ojos (2009), Corazón de León (2013), El Clan (2015), El robo del siglo (2020), and Homo Argentum (2025). He hosted the comic program Poné a Francella from 2001 to 2002. His contributions to Argentine entertainment have been recognized with numerous awards, including six Martín Fierro Awards, three Sur Awards, and the Silver Condor in 2010; he also received the Platino Award for his performance in El Clan . In 2026, he will receive the Platino Honorary Award for his career.

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