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Bridget Christie, comedian from the United Kingdom

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Nov 30, 2026 United Kingdom

Bridget Christie

59.5K followers

As an English entertainer, Bridget Christie works as a comedian, actress, writer, producer, and presenter. Gloucestershire, England’s Gloucester was the birthplace of Bridget Christie on August 17, 1971. Her father, Peter Christie, hails from County Roscommon, Ireland, while her mother, Mary Anne Kelly, is from County Leitrim, Ireland. She attended St Peter's Roman Catholic High School and left at 15 without qualifications. Christie’s early ambition was to be an actress, expressing this desire when she was only four years old. A scholarship covering three years enabled her to pursue drama studies at ALRA (Academy of Live and Recorded Arts) in London, beginning in 1994. After beginning her career in theatre, she transitioned to stand-up comedy in 2004, quickly gaining recognition as a finalist in the Funny Women Awards that same year. She began performing stand-up comedy in 2004 and has since written and performed 13 solo shows, many originating at the Edinburgh Festival. Her comedy often touches on topics like climate change, childbirth, and gender double standards. Her work includes three BBC Radio 4 series: Bridget Christie Minds the Gap (first airing in April 2013), Bridget Christie's Utopia (2018), and Mortal (2021). The Netflix release of her first screen stand-up show, *Stand Up for Her*, occurred in March 2017, following its recording in May 2016. In 2013, she won the Edinburgh Comedy Award for her show 'A Bic For Her', earning a South Bank Sky Arts Award as well. She appeared in the TV series Ghosts (2020-2022) as Annie, and was a contestant on Taskmaster series 13 (2022), finishing third. Channel 4 launched Bridget Christie’s television series, *The Change*, in June 2023; a second season is scheduled for March 2025, and she served as the creator, writer, executive producer, and star of this comedy-drama which was nominated for a BAFTA. She is currently drafting scripts for the second series.

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Robin Ince, comedian from the United Kingdom

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Nov 22, 2026 United Kingdom

Robin Ince

54.9K followers

Robin Ince was born on February 20, 1969, and is an English comedian, actor, and writer. Prior to his university studies, he received his early education at York House prep school and Cheltenham College. Subsequently, he pursued degrees in English and Drama at Royal Holloway, University of London, completing his studies in 1991. Early in his career, he performed at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 1990 and appeared in a play called 'Shadow Walker' at Greyfriars Kirkhouse. Ince’s comedy journey continued with appearances alongside Stephen Merchant, Jimmy Carr, and Ricky Gervais in the 2001 Edinburgh Fringe show 'Rubbernecker'. He subsequently opened for Ricky Gervais on his Politics tour in 2004 and Fame tour in 2007. His work expanded to include writing for The 11 O’Clock Show, where he performed impressions, including that of John Peel. A brief acting role as Stuart Foot appeared in The Office. In 2006, he received the Time Out Award for Outstanding Achievement in Comedy. During the period from January through April 2009, he participated in a tour with 'Bleeding Heart Liberal.' Furthermore, he toured with 'Robin Ince vs. the Moral Majority' spanning late 2009 and extending into 2010. Ince’s work demonstrates considerable range, including stage productions such as 'Happiness Through Science' (presented between 2011 and 2012), and a live stand-up DVD, 'Robin Ince is as Dumb as You,' which was made available in late 2008. Beginning in 2005, he managed the Book Club at The Albany in London. Additionally, he released 'Robin Ince's Bad Book Club' in 2010. From 2008 onwards, he has been responsible for organizing 'Nine Lessons and Carols for Godless People,' a program that was subsequently rebranded as 'Nine Lessons and Carols for Curious People,' and which has seen adaptations internationally. He co-authored 'The Infinite Monkey Cage – How to Build a Universe' with Brian Cox and Alexandra Feachem. From 2009 to December 2025, he co-presented The Infinite Monkey Cage on Radio 4 with Brian Cox, a show that won a Gold Award at the 2011 Sony Radio Awards. He resigned from the program in December 2025 citing pressure to censor his views. He has written four acclaimed books including 'Normally Weird and Weirdly Normal', 'I'm a Joke and So Are You', 'The Importance of Being Interested', and 'Bibliomaniac,' with 'Bibliomaniac' earning him the Booksellers Association Author of the Year award. His fifth book, 'Normally Weird and Weirdly Normal,' explores anxiety, ADHD, and neurodiversity and will be published in May 2025. He is currently involved in a project called 'Helen Sharman: Space for the Future' with appearances scheduled throughout April. He is also involved in the documentary series 'Bibliomaniac' and 'Curious People', and hosts the panel show and podcast 'They’ve Made Us’ with Helen Czerski.

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Marika Carlsson, comedian from Sweden – roast and insult comedy

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Feb 27, 2027 Sweden

Marika Carlsson

54.7K followers

Born in 1973, Marika Carlsson is a Swedish individual with several positions; these encompass author, motivational speaker, television presenter, actress, and stand-up comedian. Ethiopia is the birthplace of Marika Carlsson on March 19, 1973. Marika Aychesh Carlsson, as she was initially named, was found lifeless in a ditch during the Ethiopian famine and revived by Swedish aid workers as an infant. She was adopted by a pastor and a nurse when she was two years old and moved to Sweden. Carlsson grew up in Lund, Skåne province, and her family initially lived in Mönsterås. She studied acting in Gothenburg and briefly studied theology, also working as a nursing assistant. The Norra Brunn comedy club marked Marika Carlsson's first performance as a stand-up comedian in 2001. Marika Carlsson moved to Stockholm to concentrate on pursuing comedy, finishing a course there at the Dramatiska Institutet. Her career spans over two decades, with appearances beginning in the 1990s. Carlsson is known for her appearances on the panel game show Parlamentet, which satirizes Swedish politics, and has also appeared in shows like Stockholm Live, 100%, Carin 21.30, Grillad, Comedy Fight Club Roast på Berns, and Kvällsöppet. In 2010, Marika Carlsson presented SVT's broadcast of Sweden's National Day, and she shared hosting duties for Melodifestivalen in 2019 alongside Eric Saade, Sarah Dawn Finer, and Kodjo Akolor. Between 2010 and 2015, Marika Carlsson presented 'En negers uppväxt' on SVT and Netflix; this show examined her childhood as an adopted Black child in Sweden, but the title generated controversy and resulted in threats. She won the award for best female standup comedian at the Swedish comedy awards in 2006 and again in 2012. In 2018, she published a book titled 'Såna som du ska inte va här,' which won a prize at the QX Gala in 2019. Currently, she is touring with "Marika och Klimakteriet" (Marika and Menopause), which premiered on March 4, 2026, at Intiman in Stockholm, focusing on the experience of menopause for women. Performances are scheduled for spring 2027 and autumn 2026.

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Mark Steel, comedian from the United Kingdom – storytelling

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Dec 18, 2026 United Kingdom

Mark Steel

54.6K followers

As an English author, Mark Steel also works as a broadcaster, stand-up comedian, and newspaper columnist. Born on July 4, 1960, in Swanley, Kent, his early life was marked by adoption just ten days after his birth. He grew up with an adoptive father who worked in insurance and a mother who held various roles, including factory work and serving as a lollipop lady. In his narrative, Steel describes his expulsion from school due to unauthorized attendance at a cricket course. Later in life, he sought out his biological parents; however, his biological mother, originating from a Scottish working-class family with left-wing political involvement, did not wish to have contact with him and passed away shortly after he made contact. His biological father, Joe Dwek, was an Egyptian Sephardic Jew who achieved considerable financial success as a trader on Wall Street. Dwek represented the UK in backgammon tournaments against the US in both 1973 and 1974. Steel only met his biological father once, around 2006. Personal experiences significantly shaped Steel’s life; his adoptive father suffered a mental breakdown in the late 1970s and was subsequently placed in care. These events are documented in his December 2021 audiobook, Who Do I Think I Am? , which explores his early years and the search for his birth parents. He previously released a comic autobiography, It's Not a Runner Bean , in 1996. Steel’s career includes presenting the radio show The Mark Steel Solution on BBC Radio 5 from 1992 to 1996 and writing columns for The Guardian (1996-1999) and The Independent (from 2000). He frequently appears on television shows such as Have I Got News For You , Room 101 , Mock the Week , and Question Time . His show Mark Steel's in Town has garnered numerous awards, including a Sony Award, Writers’ Guild Award, Chortle Awards, and British Comedy Guide Awards. He received the British Press Award for Broadsheet Columnist in 2014. For over twelve years, he has travelled across the UK performing Mark Steel's In Town , which now comprises 78 episodes, visiting places like Saint Anne, Alderney, and investigating stories from towns such as Paisley and Barnard Castle. Currently, he collaborates with Major General Jules Buczacki on events focused on humour, resilience, and personal storytelling, sharing experiences related to head and neck cancer and supporting Oracle Head & Neck Cancer UK.

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Mar 20, 2027 Sweden

Hasse Brontén

53.8K followers

Hasse Brontén is a Swedish stand-up comedian, screenwriter, and former police officer. Born on March 19, 1967, in Hägersten, he has a Swedish father and a German mother. His career path took an unexpected turn after years of service in law enforcement; he transitioned from being a police officer to becoming a comedian. He is also a popular conference host for galas and events, and a well-regarded comedian in Sweden. Brontén’s comedy frequently references his past career. He attended the Police Academy in 1988 and worked at Norrmalmspolisen in Stockholm, including time on the street patrol group on Sergels torg. His experiences extended to serving on the Rave Commission and working for the Swedish Security Service (Säpo), even being stationed in Gothenburg during the Gothenburg riots in 2001. He took a stand-up course at the Dramatic Institute and was voted Newcomer of the Year at the Swedish Stand-up Gala in 2005 by Stockholm Comedy Klubb. He also participated in the 'Worlds Funniest Cop Competition' in Jacksonville, Florida in 2005, placing third. His ability to combine humor with elegance and professionalism is appreciated by clients. Currently, Brontén performs a solo show called ‘Daddy Deluxe,’ which explores the experience of becoming a father twice, once at 24 and again at 52. This show, his first in about ten years following 'Hasse Brontén Live' and 'Bipopulär,' examines contrasts between being a young versus an older father, touching on life choices, crises, and dreams. He is scheduled to perform ‘Daddy Deluxe’ in November 2026 at Norra Brunn, Raw Comedy, and again at Norra Brunn. Beyond stand-up, he has appeared in various film and television productions, including the Netflix series 'Den osannolika mördaren' and the SVT humor series 'Flykten till Östermalm,’ and is appearing in an upcoming American film called ‘Eonblade.’ He also hosts the morning show 'Morronrock' on Rockklassiker radio and maintains a podcast, Snutsnack, since 2017, discussing life as a police officer. His website is www.bronten.se.

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Johan Glans, comedian from Sweden – satire

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Dec 4, 2026 Sweden

Johan Glans

48.8K followers

Johan Glans is a Swedish stand-up comedian and actor, born on April 9, 1974, in Eslöv. He began performing stand-up comedy in 1994, making his debut at Kramer in Malmö. From 1994 onwards, he has appeared in various humor and satire programs, including Parlamentet, Räkfrossa, Kvarteret Skatan, Släng dig i brunnen, Extra! Extra!, Morgonsoffan, Sverige dansar och ler, and Sverige pussas och kramas. He also frequently collaborated with David Batra. As a youth, he enjoyed playing chess at the Eslöv Chess Club, and he has an interest in James Bond. Glans's career includes diverse roles and appearances. He portrayed Nisse Hult in the SVT comedy series 'Nisse Hults historiska snedsteg', and Reine Bok in the TV series 'Hjälp!', appearing as a recurring character from 2007 to 2009. He has also acted in musicals, including Spamalot from 2010 to 2012, and starred in 'Halvvags till himlen' from 2013 to 2015. In 2016, he began playing Axel in the TV series 'Swedish Dicks', a Swedish-American co-production where he portrays a DJ-turned private investigator. He participated in the show 'Tror du jag ljuger?' as a team leader starting in 2016 and was part of 'The Battom Is Nadd' in 1995, marking his television debut. Johan Glans has received several awards and recognition throughout his career. He received the Bubben Award in 1998 and was named Male Comedian of the Year at the Swedish Stand-up Gala in 2003. In 2011, he received the Karamelodiktstipendiet and OPERA magazine's Musical Award, and was named Skåne Person of the Year in 2012. He was awarded the Piraten Prize in 2018. His stand-up specials 'Johan Glans – World Tour of Skåne' (2008), 'Johan Glans: Det Bleka Hotet' (2011), and 'Johan Glans: World Tour of Skandinavien' (2013) were successful. He starred in the Netflix film 'Home Invasion' in 2021 and appeared in the 2020 Christmas calendar 'Mirakel'. He is married to Sara Young, and they have two children; his uncle is author Kay Glans, and he is a cousin of track and field athlete Dan Glans. Considered one of Sweden's most beloved and popular comedians, Johan Glans continues to perform stand-up and appear in television productions.

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Gerhard Polt, comedian from Germany – satire, cabaret

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Nov 19, 2026 Germany

Gerhard Polt

45.8K followers

Born on May 7, 1942, in Munich, Gerhard Polt was a German artist known as a writer, actor, filmmaker, and performer of satirical cabaret. During World War II, he moved with his mother to Altötting to avoid bombing raids; his father, Richard Polt, was a lawyer and major during the war. The family returned to Munich in 1951, and later resided on Amalienstraße. He studied political science in Munich and history at the University of Munich, followed by Scandinavian studies and Old Germanic languages from 1962 to 1968 in Gothenburg, where he became fluent in Swedish and even performed with a Swedish-language program for King Carl XVI. Gustaf. Polt’s career began with the radio play 'Als wenn man ein Dachs wär’ in seinem Bau', where he played over 30 characters. He had his first stage appearance in 1975 with the cabaret program of the Kleine Nachtrevue at the Münchner Kammerspiele, and later collaborated with Hanns Christian Müller on productions such as 'Diridari' and 'Tschurangrati'. His comedy frequently focuses on Bavarian people, culture, and politics, often portraying an ignorant Bavarian petty bourgeoisie on stage. A signature element of his performances is switching between Bavarian, Standard German, and pseudo-English languages. He has been performing for over 50 years, with his Munich theater performances beginning in 1976 and remaining very popular. He gained wider recognition in West Germany in 1979 with the TV comedy series Fast wia im richtigen Leben (Almost like in real life), starring alongside Gisela Schneeberger from 1979 to 1988. Polt has written and acted in films including Kehraus (1983), Man spricht deutsh (1987), and Germanikus (2004), and directed the film Herr Ober! (1992). Throughout his career, Gerhard Polt has earned significant acclaim and numerous awards, including the Deutscher Kleinkunstpreis (1980), the Adolf-Grimme-Preis (1982), the Deutscher Darstellerpreis (1984), the Prix Pantheon (2002), and the Kassel Literary Prize (2006). In 2017, he was presented with an honorary award at the Bavarian TV-Awards by the Bavarian minister-president; further honors included the Cultural Honor Prize of the City of Munich in 2019 and the Bavarian Order of Merit in 2021. Currently residing in Neuhaus (Schliersee), Polt continues to perform, often with the Biermösl Blosn, and is scheduled for upcoming concerts across Germany. He is married since 1971 and has one son.

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Josie Long, comedian from the United Kingdom

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Mar 7, 2027 United Kingdom

Josie Long

45.8K followers

Josie Long is an English comedian, writer, podcaster, and filmmaker. Born on April 17, 1982, she began performing stand-up comedy at the age of 14. She attended Newstead Wood School for Girls and later studied English at Lady Margaret Hall, University of Oxford, graduating with a degree. Early in her career, she took a comedy course with Michael Knighton in Beckenham, London. Her early talent was recognized when she won the BBC New Comedy Awards at 17 and the Chortle Awards Best Newcomer in 2005. Long’s comedy style encompasses a wide range of subjects, often exploring politics, social issues, and pop culture. In 2006, her rising profile was bolstered by a victory at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, where she received the If.comedies Best Newcomer award for 'Kindness and Exuberance'. Between 2010 and 2012, she became the initial woman to be nominated three times for the Edinburgh Comedy Award for Best Show. Her work includes supporting Stewart Lee on his spring tour in 2005 and performing at international comedy festivals from 2007 to 2010. She contributed to BBC Radio 1’s ‘The Milk Run’ in 2004/5 and appeared in 'An Audience With Dan Nightingale & Josie Long' in 2005, and wrote for the Channel 4 series ‘Skins’. She also published a fanzine called ‘Drawing Moustaches in Magazines Monthly Magazine (Bi-Monthly)’ starting in 2005. Since 2013, she has presented the BBC Radio 4 series 'Short Cuts', which has garnered multiple awards including British Podcast Awards in 2017 and 2018, and a Gold ARIA in Speech Entertainment. She co-hosts the podcast ‘Robin and Josie’s Utter Shambles’ with Robin Ince. Long has written and performed in two short films and released a full-length feature film called Super November . She has also appeared on various television shows like 8 Out of 10 Cats and Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled. 'Because I Don’t Know What You Mean and What You Don’t', her first collection of short stories, is presently accessible. She is doing her new show, ‘Now Is The Time Of Monsters’. It looks at ideas like finding things, being amazed, dying out, and dealing with bad events. The show mentions dirt and big, plant-eating armadillos from 11,000 years ago. She has completed nine critically acclaimed tours that have sold out venues worldwide. Long is considered a trailblazer in the UK comedy industry.

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Feb 12, 2027 Sweden

Emma Knyckare

43K followers

Emma Knyckare is a Swedish comedian and program host, born Emma Andersson on July 14, 1987. She originates from Rolfstorp, a village in Halland, though her birth parish is Varberg Parish, Hallands County. She has established herself as a prominent figure in Swedish comedy and radio broadcasting. Knyckare's career includes a diverse range of roles. She has hosted several radio shows for Sveriges Radio, including Morgonpasset, Tankesmedjan, and Knyckare i P3, with the latter beginning on January 4, 2014. She was a regular co-host of 'Tankesmedjan' until late 2013. Notably, she co-hosted Musikhjälpen in December 2013 alongside Sarah Dawn Finer and Kodjo Akolor, spending a week in Gothenburg for the event. She also hosted Morgonpasset during the summer months for three consecutive years, and Vardag i P3 in 2016. Her work extends to television appearances in programs like Telefonpiraterna and Extra! Extra!, and she performs stand-up comedy at clubs such as Raw Comedy Club, Bajsnödigt, and Oslipat. Beyond her radio and television work, Knyckare is involved in podcasting, participating in Åtties Mutant Ninja Komiker! since its inception with Johannes Finnlaugsson, Nils Lind, and Filip Andersson, and co-hosting Flashback forever with Ina Lundström since 2020. She also contributes as a columnist for ETC Göteborg. In 2017, she organized a "man free" music festival for women, which later became the Statement Festival in 2018. This festival received a special award from Gaffaredaktionen in 2017 but also faced criticism for its initial exclusionary policy. She was named ‘Årets hallänning’ (Halland Person of the Year) in 2023, and she hosted 'Byrådet,' a Sveriges Radio P1 series about rural areas, in the summer of 2020. She adopted the surname Knyckare when she and her then-boyfriend wanted a shared last name.

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Wouter Deprez, comedian from Belgium – observational comedy, cabaret

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Jan 21, 2027 Belgium

Wouter Deprez

32.2K followers

Wouter Deprez is a Flemish comedian and cabaretier, born on February 14, 1975, in Geluwe. He pursued higher education after secondary school, studying political and social sciences before earning a degree in comparative cultural studies. Additionally, he studied acting at the conservatory, indicating an early commitment to performance arts. His career began with performances like 'Schellekes' in 2001 and 'Moest ik van u zijn' in 2002, laying the foundation for his later success. Deprez’s comedy style is characterized by a blend of cabaret and observational humor, often delivered in West-Vlaams, a dialect of Flemish. He gained significant recognition early on, winning Humorologie in 2000 and reaching the final of the Cameretten cabaret festival in 2002. Further accolades include winning Humo's Comedy Cup in 2003 and receiving a Jury Award at the Amsterdams Kleinkunstfestival in 2004. He worked with Wannes Capelle and Helder Deploige on the show 'Koning Keizer Kannibaal' in 2004, showing he could work well with others. His television appearances, particularly as a panel member of 'De Rechtvaardige Rechters', further broadened his audience reach, and he demonstrated intellectual prowess by winning the final of the television quiz 'De Slimste Mens ter Wereld' in 2005. Throughout his career, Deprez has consistently produced new work, including shows like 'War' (2005), 'Eelt' (2007), 'Je zal alles worden' (2009) and many others, culminating in 'Wouter Moet Meer Orde hebben' in 2024. He also co-authored several books with Randall Casaer and Guinevere Claeys, such as 'Kies' (2013), 'De Hond Is Een Beetje Kapot' (2011) and 'Kortgedingen' (2017). A sabbatical year in South Africa in 2012 influenced his show 'Hier is wat ik denk'. He has adapted songs by artists he admires, including Woody Allen, Jacques Brel, Johnny Cash, and Wim Helsen, creating West-Flemish versions of “Ne me quitte pas” and “A boy named Sue.” Currently, Deprez writes a bi-weekly language column, 'De lettervreter', for 'De Standaard' until April 2025 and participates in the Radio 1 program 'Nieuwe Feiten' since September 2024. His performances are scheduled through at least February 2027, and updates regarding tours and activities are shared via the 'Gazette Deprez' newsletter.

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Alan Davies, comedian from the United Kingdom

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Dec 4, 2026 United Kingdom

Alan Davies

31.8K followers

Alan Davies, born in England, works as an actor, television presenter, stand-up comedian, and author. Born on March 6, 1966, in Loughton, Essex, he spent his childhood in Chingford. His early life was marked by significant loss; his mother died from leukemia when he was only six years old, and he was subsequently raised by his father and paternal grandparents. Davies attended Staples Road School and Bancroft's School before pursuing further education at Loughton College of Further Education and the University of Kent at Canterbury, graduating in 1988. These formative experiences, including experiencing sexual abuse from his father between ages 8 and 13, contribute to the material he draws upon in his comedy. In 1988, Davies launched his professional comedy career with performances at the Whitstable Labour Club. He quickly gained recognition, being named Time Out's Best Young Comic in 1991. Winning the Edinburgh Festival Critics Award for Comedy in 1994, his show was subsequently distributed on video and cassette in 1995 under the name 'Alan Davies Live at the Lyric'. From 1994 to 1995, he hosted Alan's Big One on Radio 1. He is also known for his appearances on Top Gear in 2001 and 2008, where he achieved times of 1:54 and 1:50.3 respectively. His comedy style is described as both lighthearted and devastating, often drawing from his childhood experiences. Davies’s most prominent roles include starring in the BBC mystery drama series Jonathan Creek from 1997 to 2016, playing the title role. Since 2003, he has been a permanent panelist on the BBC panel show QI , participating since its premiere. Widely recognized as a popular comedian in the United Kingdom, Davies also receives praise from critics for his stand-up comedy. Davies has authored three memoirs: My Favourite People and Me: 1978–1988 , Rebel Without A Clue: How the 80s Made Me , and Just Ignore Him , released in 2020, followed by White Male Stand-Up in 2023. He continues to tour with his stand-up shows, including 'Think Ahead' starting in September 2025, and is currently on an Autumn Tour 2026, which concluded recently. A scheduled show at Soho Theatre Walthamstow is planned for December 4, 2026. His shows, such as Urban Trauma and Life is Pain and Little Victories , have sold out across the UK, and his current show has a running time of two hours and ten minutes including an interval, and is recommended for ages 16+. The show includes discussion around abuse.

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Dec 3, 2026 United States

Lynne Koplitz

31K followers

An American actress and stand-up comedian, Lynne Koplitz was born in New York; however, her upbringing occurred in Florida. Koplitz obtained a Theatre Arts degree from Troy University in 1992, followed by a master's degree in Education Language Arts. In the early 1990s, she began pursuing comedy, quickly gaining traction and signing a development deal with Tom Werner at Warner Brothers, becoming the first woman since Roseanne Barr to do so. Koplitz’s career spans various platforms, demonstrating her versatility. Throughout her career, she has hosted 'Change of Heart,' a nationally syndicated dating program for Telepictures, and co-hosted programs like the Food Network’s 'How to Boil Water' and Sony Pictures’ 'Life and Style,' frequently with Jules Asner and Kimora Lee Simmons. She also appeared as a guest host on NBC's 'Later' and contributed to NBC shows like 'Extra', 'The Other Half', and 'Shop & Style'. Her stand-up performances appeared on ‘Premium Blend’ and 'Comedy Central Presents,' both from Comedy Central, plus she entertained audiences at Montreal’s Just for Laughs comedy festival yearly. She also had her own half-hour special, 'Comedy Central Presents: Lynne Koplitz'. Beyond stand-up, Koplitz has appeared in television series like IFC’s 'Z Rock,' where she played Dina, and as a regular on the show Joan and Melissa: Joan Knows Best . She also appeared in Jenny McCarthy’s Epix special Dirty, Sexy, Funny and the Showtime series Women of A Certain Age , with one bit from the latter gaining over 20 million views online. She has co-hosted the radio show StarTalk with Neil deGrasse Tyson since 2009, including the inaugural broadcast. Critics often characterize her comedic style as bold, witty, and unapologetic, and she has previously served as an opening act for Chris Rock and Louie CK. In 2017, she released her first Netflix special, 'Hormonal Beast,' titled Hormonal Beast , which received positive reviews and was dedicated to Joan Rivers. She is considered one of the most respected comedians in New York City and continues to perform, appearing on shows such as The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn .

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