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1704 comedians

Astrid Gloria

Astrid Gloria Irmer, the Appears under the stage name Hertha Schwätzig, works in Germany as a cabaretist, magician, singer and stage artist.

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Bernhard Hoëcker, pronounced [ˈhoːɛkɐ], works in Germany as an actor, voice actor, comedian and television presenter. He became known mainly through the parody show Switch and his permanent participation in the rate team of Genial next to it. Since 2014 he is part of the advice team of Hard to believe! The NDR , and from 2015 he takes on the role of team captain in Who knows such a thing? in the first.

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Boris Meinzer

Boris Meinzer is a German comedian, independent comedy writer and producer who 2019 the German Radio Award twice in the Category “Best Comedy”.

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Bürger Lars Dietrich

Bürger Lars Dietrich, born Lars Dietrich on February 2, 1973, in Potsdam, is a German entertainer, rapper, and pop musician. He adopted the name "Bürger" due to frequent interactions with police officers in East Germany. Identifying as an entertainer, he aims to combine various talents like rapping, singing, writing, comedy, and dancing. Dietrich’s early training included ten years at a Polytechnische Oberschule in Potsdam, followed by rigorous classical dance training at the Palucca School in Dresden and the State Ballet School Berlin. He performed at the Berliner Metropol-Theater during this time. In 1985, he formed the PDM Teenie-Rapper with friends. A transition to stunt work occurred in May 1992 at the DEFA studios in Babelsberg. His career gained momentum in April 1994 with the release of his first single, 'Mädchenmillionär,' and his first album, 'Was hat man denn vom Leben?'. He collaborated with Stefan Raab, serving as a co-commentator on ‘Vivasion’ and writing lyrics for some of Raab's songs. Bürger Lars Dietrich achieved wider fame in 1996 with the summer hit "Sexy Eis," a cover version of Dr. Hook’s “Sexy Eyes.” He co-hosted Stefan Raab's show 'Vivasion' on VIVA from 1995 to 1996 and collaborated with Stefan Raab and Jürgen Drews on a remake of 'Ein Bett im Kornfeld' in 1995. From August 2001, he regularly appeared on the Sat.1 show 'Die Wochenshow'. He has since starred in various television shows and films, including 'Es kommt noch dicker' (2012) as Oleg, and 'Alles getürkt' (2002). He hosted 'Dein Song' on KiKA from 2009 to 2024. He has also been touring with his stage show 'Dietrichs Demokratische Republik' since 2012, based on his book 'Schlecht englisch kann ich gut'. Recent appearances include ‘The Masked Singer’ (2022), where he finished second as the werewolf, and 'Frei Schnauze' (RTL) with Dirk Bach. He currently lives in Berlin with actress Türkiz Talay and their son, having been in a relationship since 2002.

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Lutz van der Horst

Lutz van der Horst ist ein deutscher Fernsehmoderator und Komiker, der vor allem durch seine Tätigkeit als politischer Satire‑Reporter in der heute‑show Bekanntheit erlangte.

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Otto Dürr

He began his career as a Mainz carnival performer and initially worked in the Mainz city administration as an administrative specialist. From 1952, he established himself as part of the comedic duo 'Frau Babbisch and Frau Struwwelich' alongside Georg Berresheim, performing for three decades until 1982. Dürr played the role of the somewhat clumsy 'Frau Babbisch' within this partnership. Their performances sometimes extended beyond the carnival season. Dürr’s professional life included diverse roles. After his time in the Mainz city administration, he worked at the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. Later, he served as a personnel specialist at ZDF. In 1965, he transitioned to self-employment, opening an artist agency. He also contributed to musical traditions, composing the "Kressbronner Sängerspruch" for the Liederkranz Kressbronn in 1952, a choir with which he was associated. His appearances were noted in various contexts, including the 'Mainz, wie es singt und lacht' television program in 1964, where he performed alongside Georg Berresheim as Fraa Babbisch and Fraa Struwwelisch, following an appearance by Dr. Willi Scheu (Bajazz). The newspaper AZ anticipated a performance of 'Heile, heile Gänsje' during one of his appearances. Otto Dürr’s work was integral to the popular television program 'Mainz bleibt Mainz,' which began in 1955 as 'Mainz wie es singt und lacht.' This show significantly contributed to the wider recognition of Mainzer Fastnacht, broadcasting in Austria from 1957 and Switzerland via Eurovision from 1958. The program experienced a 'Fastnachtsrivalität' with ZDF starting in 1964. He appeared alongside other notable participants such as Joe Ludwig, Herbert Bonewitz, Willi Scheu, Georg Berresheim, and Jürgen Dietz. Rolf Braun served as Sitzungspräsident for 25 years, until 1989, and his phrase 'Wolle mer’n eroilosse?' became a recurring joke in the show. The program continues to be scheduled at least until 2024, with Andreas Schmitt currently holding the position of Sitzungspräsident since 2014.

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Robert Treutel

Robert Treutel is a radio presenter and comedian who works in Germany. Especially through the from ih m created The figure of Bodo Bach became known.

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Tom Lehel

Tom Lehel is an actor, TV presenter, comedian and musician working in Germany. Its typical appearance consists of hair styled upwards above its half-smooth, which e r together with a sunglasses worn on the forehead.

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Torsten Sträter

Torsten Sträter is a German author, comedian, and kabarettist. Born on September 4, 1966, in Dortmund-Brechten, he spent his early childhood in Waltrop after initially being born at his grandmother's house in Dortmund’s Eving district. He returned to Dortmund at age 16 and subsequently lived in the Dortmund area throughout his youth. Sträter’s path to comedy was circuitous. He completed an apprenticeship as a tailor, briefly worked for Pohland, a men's clothing store, and experienced periods of unemployment. He also held various jobs including mobile phone sales, work at a hardware store, and 12 years in a shipping company run by his mother and brother, alongside roles as a salesperson for system houses. After completing 15 months of military service in Neustadt am Rübenberge, he began writing short stories and performing at poetry slams starting in the early 2000s, winning several regional poetry slam championships between 2009 and 2012. He addressed a depressive illness he experienced in the mid-1990s in his cabaret performances, first performing on stage in 2006 while still struggling with depression. Sträter’s comedy style blends stand-up, storytelling, and satire, characterized by dry, intelligent humor. He is a frequent guest on television shows like Extra 3 , nuhr im Ersten and regularly appears in other programs. From 2013 to 2024, he co-hosted the podcast Sträter Bender Streberg with Hennes Bender and Gerry Streberg; it continues as Sträter & Streberg without Bender. He toured with programs like Es ist nie zu spät, unpünktlich zu sein (until autumn 2019) and Schnee, der auf Ceran fällt (starting in 2020), currently touring with Mach mal das große Licht an (since November 2023). He won the first season of LOL: Last One Laughing Deutschland in 2021, sharing the €50,000 prize with Teddy Tcherbanan and donating it to charity. He is a bestselling author with numerous published books including Hämoglobin , Postkarten aus der Dunkelheit , and Sträters Gutenachtgeschichten . A trademark of his performances is a black beanie, worn to absorb sweat. He has also hosted a radio show, Sträter: Musik – Der Soundtrack eines Lebens , since August 2021. Sträter became a patron of the German Depression League in January 2018 and received the Grimme Prize in 2022 alongside Kurt Krömer for their conversation about depression on Chez Krömer . He is an ambassador for SOS Children's Villages and currently lives in Waltrop, in the Ruhr area, as a father. In April 2026, Sträter announced he had been diagnosed with a tumor, leading to cancelled tour dates. He underwent treatment for his illness and initially cited a need for a 'longer-term regeneration phase' as the reason for cancellations. While fans initially worried about a recurrence of depression, he described his experience with cancer as almost the most enjoyable time of his life. He has also been diagnosed with diabetes, which contributed to a significant weight loss. He resumed touring in May 2026 and appeared on the '1LIVE Comedy-Talk' with Felix Lobrecht, discussing his illness. He is releasing a new book titled "Mach mal das große Leselicht an," which is his longest work to date. Recognized as a prominent and highly regarded comedic figure throughout the German-speaking region, Sträter plans to premiere a production called "Die Zyklopen von Saint-Tropez" in autumn 2026. He has won a Grimme Award and the German Comedy Award for his live program.

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Vince Ebert

Vince Ebert, whose birth name is Holger Ebert, was born on May 23, 1968, in Miltenberg. He grew up in Amorbach, Bavaria, and earned the nickname 'Vince' around age 14 due to his admiration for pianist Vince Weber. During his time in the military, Ebert was a member of the Signal Corps; subsequently, he pursued studies in physics at Julius Maximilian University in Würzburg between 1988 and 1994, culminating in a diploma in 1994 alongside a minor specialization in astronomy. Following his studies, Ebert pursued a career outside of academia. From 1995 to 1997, he worked as a consultant at Ogilvy & Mather Dataconsult in Frankfurt, and then between 1997 and 2001, he was a strategic planner at the advertising agency Publicis in Frankfurt. Around 1998, a shift towards comedy occurred for him after he recognized his aptitude for satirical revue through the use of PowerPoint presentations. He is married to actress Valerie Bolzano, and they have lived in Vienna since March 2020. Ebert's comedy style is described as clear and pointed, employing intelligent, dry wit and often delivering provocative and unconventional statements. He advocates for science with the slogan "Make Science Great Again," encouraging people to use their brains. His first solo show, 'Die jetzt aber wirklich große Show,' premiered in 2001. In 2004, he created the science satire program 'Urknaller – Physik ist sexy' with Eckart von Hirschhausen. He has since toured extensively, including a recent tour of America, and continues to perform, currently touring with his program "Vince of Change." He has published several best-selling books, with over one million copies sold, and frequently appears on television shows like 'Mitternachtsspitzen' and 'TV total,' as well as moderating events such as the Felix Burda Award.

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Volker Heißmann

Volker Heißmann, born March 10, 1969, in Fürth, Germany, is a multifaceted entertainer and comedian from Franconia (Franken). As a cabaret artist and transformation artist, he has established himself as a prominent figure in German comedy, frequently collaborating with Martin Rassau. His career began early; he first performed on stage at the age of five and later attended the Hans-Böckler-Schule while also completing hotel management training to satisfy his father’s wishes. Heißmann’s comedic journey took shape around 1983 when he started performing with Marcel Gasde, gaining recognition in Nuremberg and the Fürth area. This partnership evolved, and since 1990, he has been a consistent collaborator with Martin Rassau. Together, they opened a small stage in 1991, followed by the larger Kleine Komödie Nürnberg with 280 seats shortly after. In 1998, they established the Comödie Fürth in the Berolzheimerianum, which they continue to operate alongside Michael Urban and Marcel Gasde. Their performances are characterized by Franconian dialect, often crude humor, recurring characters, and quick role changes within their sketch program, frequently portraying everyday absurdities. Heißmann and Rassau are particularly well-known for portraying the characters ‘Waltraud and Mariechen,’ a persona they have cultivated since 1997, including performances at 'Fastnacht in Veitshöchheim.' They also portray this duo in the 'Fastnacht in Franken' show since 1997. Their versatility extends to musical performances; Heißmann has portrayed Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin-inspired characters. He co-hosted the BR-Live show ‘Auf geht’s’ from 2009, and regularly appears at the Sternstundengala on BR television since 1999. He has also taken on theatrical roles, including Frosch in 'Die Fledermaus' (2010/2011), Alfred P. Dolittle in 'My Fair Lady' (2011-2017), and Leopold in 'Im weißen Rössl' (2013-2016), as well as Zaza in 'La Cage aux folles' since 2015. Heißmann has received numerous accolades, including the Bavarian Order of Merit in 2018 and the Karl-Valentin-Orden in 2024, and was appointed Cultural Heritage Ambassadors for Bavaria in 2018. In November 2022, he was elected president of SpVgg Greuther Fürth, and is expected to receive the Bavarian Constitutional Medal in 2026.

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Wilfried Schmickler

Wilfried Schmickler is a German comedian and cabaret artist. Born on November 28, 1954, in Hitdorf, he grew up in the same area, which is now part of Leverkusen. He attended Landrat-Lucas-Gymnasium in Opladen and participated in student government. After completing his Zivildienst (alternative civilian service) at a youth center in 1973, he co-founded a theater group called Matsche, Works und Hallies, which later became Matsche, Works und Pullrich. He performed with this group for several years. Schmickler's career took another turn in 1989 when he replaced Jürgen Becker in the Kabarett-Trio 3 Gestirn Köln 1. He and 3-Gestirn received the Deutscher Kleinkunstpreis in 2001. Following the disbandment of 3-Gestirns, he transitioned to a solo career. His performances are primarily political cabaret and he releases solo programs regularly. From 2004 until 2022, numerous solo shows were created by him, including 'Aufhören!' in 2004, 'Danke!' for 2005, 'Zum Dritten' during 2007, 'Es war nicht alles schlecht' that year, 'Weiter' during 2010, 'Ich weiss es doch auch nicht' following, 'Das Letzte' in 2015, 'Kein zurück!' by 2018 and 'Es hört nicht auf' concluding in 2022. He performs approximately 120 live shows per year. Throughout his career, Schmickler has received numerous awards and recognition. He was awarded a special Prix Pantheon (Reif & Bekloppt) in 2007, the Deutscher Kabarettpreis in 2007, and another Deutscher Kleinkunstpreis in 2009. He also received the Salzburger Stier in 2010. From 1992 to 2020, he was a regular contributor to the television show WDR-Kabarettsendung Mitternachtsspitzen, where he is known for the catchphrase 'Aufhören, Herr Becker! Aufhören!' and frequently appeared as the 'kölschen Zwillinge Spitz & Spitz' with Jürgen Becker. He also played the couple Loki and Helmut Schmidt (Loki & Smoky) with Uwe Lyko until 2010. He is currently active as an author for WDR 2 and WDR 5, and moderates the radio show 'Hart an der Grenze' four times a year. A documentary film about him, 'Wilfried Theodor Schmickler – Fast ein Selbstportrait,' was released in 2014.

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