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Indonesia

Soimah Pancawati

16.7M followers

Hailing from Yogyakarta, Indonesia, Soimah Pancawati is a presenter, singer, pesindhèn, and Indonesian comedian. Born in Pati Regency in 1980, she spent her childhood in Tayu, Pati, Central Java, and is the fifth of seven children born to Hadinarko and Kasmiyati. Her early musical journey began with success in several competitions, including Bintang Karaoke Dangdut in Central Java-Yogyakarta, along with wins in Bintang Televisi and Dara Ayu singing contests. After completing junior high school, she pursued her passion for music at Indonesian Musical High School (SMKI), specializing in karawitan (gamelan music). This foundation in Javanese arts informs much of her performance style. Soimah demonstrates her wide-ranging talent through musical styles including Java pop, hip-hop, dagelan, ketoprak, pesindhèn, and campursari. She gained experience as a pesindhèn singer with the Jogja Hip Hop Foundation, touring internationally for the first time in 2011. Her television career began as a backing vocalist on the ANTV show 'Segeerrr...' and continued with appearances on Seger. She is also known for her comedic personality, frequently appearing as a comedian on various programs, including Indonesia Mencari Bakat, Comedy Project, D'academy Asia 2, Opera Van Java, YKS TRANS TV, and Comedy Project. Since January 9, 2012, she has hosted her own talk show, @Show_Imah. Soimah’s career continues to evolve. She released the single 'Simalakama' in 2013 and a 40th Anniversary album in 2020. She is currently a judge on several Indosiar shows, demonstrating her continued presence in Indonesian television. Beyond her performing life, she owns Pendopo Tulungo in Bantul, Yogyakarta. Her family includes her husband, Herwan Prandoko (Koko), and their two sons, Aksa Uyun Dananjaya and Diksa Naja Naekonang. Her aunt’s connection to the Bagong Kussudiardjo dance academy further highlights her deep roots in Javanese artistic traditions.

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United States

Steve Harvey

13.8M followers

Broderick Stephen Harvey, known professionally as Steve Harvey, was born on January 17, 1957, in Welch, West Virginia. His parents are Jesse Harvey, a coal miner, and Eloise Vera Harvey, who taught Sunday school. Named after actor Broderick Crawford, he spent his childhood in Cleveland, Ohio, where his family resided on East 112th Street, later renamed Steve Harvey Way in recognition of his contributions. He attended Glenville High School, graduating in 1974, and briefly studied advertising at Kent State University. Prior to finding success in comedy, Harvey held a variety of jobs including boxing, autoworking, insurance sales, carpet cleaning, and mail delivery. Harvey's journey to becoming a comedian began on October 8, 1985, when he performed at the Hilarities Comedy Club in Cleveland. He was encouraged to participate in an open mic night and subsequently left his job to pursue comedy full-time. The early years of his career were challenging; Harvey experienced homelessness for three years while traveling and performing across the country. His perseverance paid off when he won a national comedy competition in 1990, leading to appearances on Showtime at the Apollo, which he hosted for eight years. Steve Harvey's career has encompassed television, film, writing, and radio. He starred in The Steve Harvey Show from 1996 to 2002, and participated in the Kings of Comedy Tour (1997) and its subsequent film (2002) alongside Cedric the Entertainer, Bernie Mac, and D.L. Hughley. Since 2010, he has hosted Family Feud, exceeding Richard Dawson's record as the longest-serving host. Harvey’s work also includes hosting Miss Universe since 2015 and The Steve Harvey Morning Show since 2000. He authored four books, including Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man in 2009. His appearances in films such as The Fighting Temptations (2003) and Love Don’t Cost a Thing (2003) further demonstrate his versatility. He has received seven Daytime Emmy Awards, two Marconi Awards, and fourteen NAACP Image Awards for his various endeavors. In 2017, he founded Steve Harvey Global, and continues to host Family Feud, currently filmed in South Africa.

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Canada

Seth Rogen

10.1M followers

Seth Rogen, born Seth Aaron Rogen on April 15, 1982, in Vancouver, British Columbia, is a Canadian-American actor, comedian, filmmaker, and cannabis entrepreneur. He is of Russian Jewish descent and holds dual citizenship. His parents, Sandy (Belogus) and Mark Rogen, met on kibbutz Beit Alfa in Israel; his mother is a social worker and his father worked for non-profit organizations. Seth Rogen began performing stand-up comedy at a young age, first at Camp Miriam and then at bar mitzvahs starting at age 12. By 13, he was performing in bars with professional comedians, and he won a comedy competition in Vancouver at 16. An Emmy nomination followed his writing contribution to the final season of *Da Ali G Show* in 2004. His film debut was in Donnie Darko (2001). Rogen gained prominence with films like The 40-Year-Old Virgin (2005), Knocked Up (2007), Superbad (2007), Pineapple Express (2008), and Funny People (2009). Other notable film roles include Zack and Miri Make a Porno (2008), The Green Hornet (2011), This Is the End (2013), The Interview (2014), Neighbors (2014) and its sequel (2016), The Disaster Artist (2017), and Long Shot (2019). He has also taken dramatic roles in films like 50/50 (2011), Take This Waltz (2011), Steve Jobs (2015), The Fabelmans (2022), and The Invite (2026). Between 2016 and 2019, he both created and oversaw *Preacher* on AMC, functioning as a writer, executive producer, and director. Rogen has also executive produced Amazon Prime Video series The Boys (2019), The Boys Presents: Diabolical , Gen V , Vought Rising , and Invincible . His performance in the 2022 Hulu miniseries *Pam & Tommy* resulted in nominations for both an Emmy and a Golden Globe. He created, wrote, and directed the Apple TV+ series The Studio (2025–present).

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India

Sunil Grover

7.6M followers

As an actor and comedian, Sunil Grover's career has largely focused on Hindi and Punjabi films and television programs. He was born on August 3, 1977, in Mandi Dabwali town, Sirsa district, Haryana. From Panjab University Chandigarh, Sunil Grover earned a Master’s Degree in Theatre. Grover began his career after being discovered by Jaspal Bhatti during his college days. Sunil Grover's first television role came with Chala Lallan Hero Banne in the 2000s, following an appearance in India's inaugural silent comedy show, Gutur Gu. Before entering television, he worked at Radio Mirchi in Delhi, where he hosted the 'Hansi Ke Fubbare' series as Sudarshan. He gained prominence through portraying Gutthi on Comedy Nights with Kapil and subsequently played roles like Dr. Mashoor Gulati, Rinku Devi, and Pidu on The Kapil Sharma Show. Grover is known for his mimicry skills, including impersonations of Javed Akhtar and Kaader Khan. Sunil Grover’s filmography includes appearances in Ghajini (2008), Baaghi (2016), Bharat (2019), and Jawan (2023). He also starred in The Legend of Bhagat Singh (2002) as Jaydev, Insaan (2005), Zila Ghaziabad (2013), Heropanti (2014), and Mumbai Cutting (2008). After a disagreement with Kapil Sharma, he left The Kapil Sharma Show and starred in Kanpur Wale Khuranas. He has since appeared in Gangs of Filmistan (2020) as Bhindi Bhai and Tandav (2021) as Gurpal Chauhan, losing 8.1 kilos for his role in Sunflower (2021). In March 2024, he reunited with Kapil Sharma for The Great Indian Kapil Show. He is currently involved in the film Blackout (2024).

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Indonesia

Sule

6.9M followers

Sutisna, yang lebih akrab dipanggil Sule, merupakan seorang komedian dan aktor asal Indonesia. Ia meraih popularitasnya setelah bersama Ogi Suwarna dan Obin Wahyudin, grup SOS, memenangkan ajang audisi komedian API pada tahun 2005.

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Canada

Steven Crowder

5.9M followers

Steven Blake Crowder, born on July 7, 1987, is an Americano-Canadian comedian, political commentator, and media host. He spent his early years in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, from age three until he was eighteen, residing in Greenfield Park, now part of Longueuil. Born in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, he attended Centennial Regional High School there before briefly studying at Champlain College in Burlington, Vermont for two semesters. His mother is French Canadian, and he and his older brother Jordan are Francophone Quebecers. Crowder began performing stand-up comedy at age seventeen and also has experience as a voice actor, starting at age twelve. He voiced the character Alan 'The Brain' Powers on Arthur for its fifth and sixth seasons. His career expanded to include appearances in the 2009 film To Save a Life , where he played Doug Moore, and regular postings on politically conservative media platforms like Pajamas Media and Big Hollywood by 2009. He hosted the 2011 Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) and previously worked for Fox News from 2009 to 2012, appearing frequently on The Glenn Beck Program and The Dana Show . His association with Fox News ended in 2013, reportedly due to criticism of Sean Hannity. Currently, Crowder hosts Louder with Crowder , a daily political podcast and YouTube channel that is now on Rumble. He created the “Change my Mind” segment in 2018, engaging in discussions with the public on controversial topics. He also has a “Crowder Confronts” segment where he addresses individuals who have made threats against him. The YouTube channel associated with Crowder has experienced difficulties, specifically two instances of demonetization (occurring in 2019 and March 2021), as well as suspensions due to policy breaches: one lasting a week in March 2021 concerning the 2020 presidential election, and another spanning two weeks in October 2022 for harassment violations. Crowder’s comedy covers a range of subjects, including gluten intolerance, AIDS, and his hometown of Detroit, and he has discussed topics such as political correctness and public over-sensitivity. He performed at Cal Poly on December 2nd, presented by the Cal Poly College Republicans, and previously visited the campus in 2013.

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Ukraine

Serhiy Prytula

2.4M followers

Serhiy Prytula, born on June 22, 1981, in Zbarazh, Ternopil Oblast, is a Ukrainian public and political figure recognized as a television host, comedian, cultural manager, and founder of the Serhiy Prytula Charitable Foundation. His early academic achievements include placing second in a science competition in 1997 and graduating high school with a gold medal. He pursued higher education at the Ternopil Academy of National Economy, starting in 1998, and briefly studied in London between 1999 and 2001. While studying, he was involved in youth organizations and co-founded 'Artists' and the publishing house 'Slina'. Prytula’s career began in radio, working as a presenter on Radio Ternopil 106.1 FM from January 1999 under the nickname 'Siryi'. He hosted various television programs throughout the 2000s, including ‘Ukraine Does Not Believe in Tears’ and ‘Bulo vashe, stalo nashe’. From 2006 to 2009, he participated in 'Real Comedy' and was a resident of 'Comedy Club UA', developing the character 'Ternopil Siryi'. He co-hosted the morning show 'Pid'om' from 2008 to 2011 alongside Oleksandr Pedan and Olha Freimut. Between 2008 and 2010, he contributed as an actor, author, and co-producer for the sketch show 'Faina Ykraina'. He also hosted 'Varyaty' starting in 2009, and ‘Khto zverkhu?’ from 2012. From 2017 to 2020, he hosted 'Vidbir', Ukraine’s Eurovision selection show. Since 2006, Prytula has established himself as a comedian and television host. In 2019, he ran for parliament and in 2020, he ran for mayor of Kyiv. Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, he founded the Prytula Charity Foundation and initiated significant fundraising campaigns. The 'People's Bayraktar' campaign raised over ₴600 million to purchase UAVs and a reconnaissance satellite. As of July 2022, he had raised over $34 million for the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and in November 2022, another appeal secured $5.5 million for armored personnel carriers. He has been actively involved in volunteering, collecting and delivering aid to Ukrainian soldiers since the start of the war. In August 2020, he left 'Varyaty Show' and his acting career. Currently, he hosts a program on Radio NV called ‘Posered tyzhnia z Serhiem Prytuloyu’ and launched a video podcast 'Hurtom ta vschient' in July 2023.

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Germany

Stefan Raab

1.9M followers

Stefan Konrad Raab was born on October 20, 1966, in Cologne. He is a German entertainer, television and music producer, composer, musician, television host, and entrepreneur. Raised in Cologne's Sülz district alongside his sister, he received his Abitur after attending the Jesuit boarding school Aloisiuskolleg in Bonn-Bad Godesberg. His parents ran a butcher shop, and he himself completed an apprenticeship as a butcher, passing the journeyman's examination in June 1990. He briefly studied law for five semesters. Starting in 1990, Raab pursued a career as an independent producer and composer, beginning with the creation of advertising jingles. He first appeared on German TV in the 1990s, becoming known as a moderator of the comedy music show Vivasion starting in 1993 on VIVA. From 1993 to 1998, he hosted Vivasion. A chart-topping parody of national football coach Berti Vogts was composed by him in 1994. Additionally, he is recognized for originating wok racing and established his production firm, RaabTV, in 1999. The late-night comedy program TV total, which became a staple on German television, featured Raab as its host from 1999 until 2015. Raab created other television shows including Schlag den Raab, involving games played against guests for large money prizes, and Bundesvision Song Contest. He was involved in producing German entries for the Eurovision Song Contest from 1998 to 2012, and again in 2025. In 2000, he performed the song 'Wadde hadde dudde da?' at Eurovision and placed fifth. He discovered and promoted musicians like Max Mutzke, Stefanie Heinzmann, Lena Meyer-Landrut, and Abor & Tynna, as well as the moderator Elton. Considered one of the most successful entertainers of the 1990s and 2000s, he received a long-term contract extension offer from ProSieben. He ended his on-screen career in 2015 but remained a television producer until 2024. Since September 2025, he has hosted 'Die Stefan Raab Show,' and since March 2026, he co-hosts the Saturday evening show 'Wer weiß wie wann was war?' with Barbara Schöneberger. In 2024, he reappeared publicly with the show 'Du gewinnst hier nicht die Million' on RTL.

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United Kingdom

Stephen Chow

1.9M followers

Stephen Chow Sing-chi was born in Hong Kong on June 22, 1962. He is a prodigious comedian from the 1990s and is known as the "King of Comedy." His parents are Ling Po-yee and Chow Yik-sheung; his mother is an alumna of Guangzhou Normal University and his father is an immigrant from Ningbo, Zhejiang. At the age of seven, his parents separated. He attended CCC Heep Woh Primary School and San Marino Secondary School, graduating in 1982. Chow began his career as a television actor on TVB in the 1980s. Initially rejected from TVB's acting training course, he was later admitted around 1982. He gained recognition through the TV show 430 Space Shuttle, hosting it for five years starting in 1982. His professional work also featured roles in television series, notably 'The Justice of Life' (1989) and 'The Final Combat' (1989). He is a filmmaker, actor, comedian, director, and producer. During the latter part of the 1980s, he began working in films, participating in more than 40 productions. In 1988, he won the Golden Horse Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Final Justice. The comedy drama The Final Combat (1989) marked a breakthrough in his career. He collaborated with Ng Man-tat starting in 1989. Films like All for the Winner (1990) and Fight Back to School (1991) broke Hong Kong box office records, with All for the Winner leading to his superstardom. He began working as a screenwriter and director in the early 1990s; his directorial debut was From Beijing with Love (1994). His comedic style is often described as 'mo lei tau' or 'nonsense,' characterized by nonsensical humor, slapstick, and cultural elements. He won Best Actor at the Asia-Pacific Film Festival in 1992 for 'Justice, My Foot!' (1992) and received Best Actor awards from the Golden Bauhinia Awards and Hong Kong Film Critics Society in 1995 for 'A Chinese Odyssey Part Two: Cinderella' (1995). Among the highest-earning films in both Hong Kong and Mainland China are titles such as All for the Winner, Shaolin Soccer, and The Mermaid. Shaolin Soccer (2001) is considered one of his most famous works; it earned him global acclaim and shattered box office records in Hong Kong, generating more than HK$60 million. He directed, wrote, and starred in Shaolin Soccer and Kung Fu Hustle (2004). Shaolin Soccer earned over US$50 million and won Best Director and Best Actor at the Hong Kong Film Awards in 2001. Kung Fu Hustle enhanced his international standing by earning Best Feature Film and Best Director awards at Taiwan’s Golden Horse Awards, as well as a nomination for Best Foreign Film at the Golden Globes. He directed Journey to the West (2013) and The Mermaid (2016), and Journey to the West: The Demons Strike Back (2017). His last on-screen performance was in CJ7 (2008). His films revitalized Hong Kong cinema after 1997. He often played underdog protagonists in his films.

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Philippines

Sheena

1.9M followers

Sheena, whose full name is Sheena Mae Manuel Catacutan, is a multifaceted performer originating from Cape Coral, Florida. She operates professionally under the mononym 'Sheena' and is recognized as both a singer and dancer. Her journey into the public eye began in 2018 when she auditioned for Star Hunt Academy (SHA) and subsequently became a trainee in 2019. This experience led to her joining the Filipino girl group Bini in November 2020, marking a significant step in her career. Bini officially debuted on June 11, 2021, establishing Sheena as a prominent member within the group; she is the youngest, serving as the main dancer and one of the sub vocalists. Sheena’s comedic talents are separate from her musical pursuits. As Sheena Reagan, she is a comedian and published writer who has gained recognition in Florida's comedy scene. She was named Florida’s Funniest Female in 2018, building on a runner-up finish in 2017. Since 2018, she has been touring Florida and performing her comedy. Her performances extend beyond the state, including appearances at Gotham Comedy Club in New York City and Comedy Bar Chicago. Sheena’s rising profile has also led to opening slots for established comedians such as Caroline Rhea, Bobby Collins, Kevin Farley, Preacher Lawson, Anthony Jeselnik, and Jodi Miller. Beyond performing, Sheena demonstrates a commitment to charitable causes. Since 2012, she produces an annual comedy show benefiting the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. She also enjoys participating in shows that raise awareness for Make-A-Wish and Suicide Awareness. In 2025, Sheena portrayed herself in an episode of Maalaala Mo Kaya, with Angelica Panganiban playing her mother. Her association with the phrase 'eyyy' and a specific hand gesture has become recognizable, and this element was incorporated into Bini’s 2024 single 'Salamin, Salamin.' Furthermore, Sheena created the choreography for Bini's 2023 single 'Pantropiko,' demonstrating her versatility as a performer.

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Philippines

Shaina Magdayao

1.8M followers

Shaina Garcia Magdayao, a Filipino actress, first appeared on screen as a child and landed her debut lead role in the movie Lyra. She has built a reputation for tackling dramatic parts in both movies and TV series. Throughout her career she has collected a FAMAS Award, a Metro Manila Film Festival honor, two Gawad Pasado trophies and a Young Critics Circle prize, and has been shortlisted for Gawad Urian and Luna Awards. Her films have been screened at major festivals worldwide, including Cannes, Busan, Berlin and Locarno.

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United Kingdom

Simon Pegg

1.8M followers

English actor, comedian, and screenwriter Simon John Pegg, originally known as Simon John Beckingham, entered the world on February 14, 1970. His parents are Gillian Rosemary Smith and John Henry Beckingham; they divorced when he was seven, and he subsequently took the surname Pegg after his mother remarried. He received his early education at Castle Hill Primary School, Brockworth Comprehensive Secondary School, and The King's School in Gloucester. Moving to Stratford-upon-Avon at age sixteen, Pegg pursued studies in English literature and theatre, culminating in a BA from the University of Bristol in 1991, specializing in theatre, film, and television. While at university, he participated in comedic performances as part of the group 'David Icke and the Orphans of Jesus,' marking an early foray into his comedic career. Pegg’s professional journey took off with the creation of the Channel 4 sitcom Spaced (1999–2001) alongside Jessica Stevenson. He then formed a highly successful partnership with Edgar Wright, resulting in the Three Flavours Cornetto trilogy: Shaun of the Dead (2004), Hot Fuzz (2007), and The World's End (2013). Pegg collaborated with Nick Frost on the 2011 science fiction comedy *Paul*, both co-writing the screenplay and appearing in the film, demonstrating his talent for blending genre elements with humor. Simon Pegg continues to be active in various projects. He appears as Dr. Mason Miller in The Undeclared War , which has a second season airing on Channel 4 and streaming on Peacock. He is also playing Montgomery in the upcoming drama 'Only What We Carry,' alongside Sofia Boutella, Quentin Tarantino, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Liam Hellmann, and Lizzy McAlpine. Upcoming roles include a return to voice acting in 'Ice Age 6' and a part in 'Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning,' scheduled for release in 2026. Marking its 20th anniversary, *Shaun of the Dead* is being presented again in theaters, and a pop-up immersive experience based on the film is scheduled for San Diego Comic-Con 2024. A remastered version of Shaun of the Dead , featuring Dolby Vision and Atmos, is also being released later this year. Furthermore, he stars in 'Angels in the Asylum,' inspired by a BBC Newsnight exposé.