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1704 comedians

Antton Telleria

Antton Telleria is a Spanish humorist from Gipuzkoa, Spain. He is a journalist and presenter, working with the EITB in both radio and television since his early career. His musical background is evident as he studied percussion and serves as the drummer for the music group Adi!, and also participates in various txarangas, traditional Basque bands. Telleria's journey into comedy began with participation in Gaztea programs like Ze martxa! and Akabo Bakea. He started writing texts for his shows in 2018, influenced by American stand-up comedy, and acknowledges the importance of ‘Kar Kar Kar’ in stabilizing the comedy scene. Telleria's comedy style focuses on monologues delivered in Basque, a format he believes is now stabilizing within his region. Initially, he encountered some skepticism regarding these performances, but he perseveres, noting that monologues in Basque have always existed. He has presented several monologues on the program Barre librea and, alongside his brother, Julen Telleria, currently hosts the radio program Dida. Furthermore, he co-presented the ETB1 program Gure Kasa with his brother. His work showcases a commitment to developing and solidifying Basque comedy. A significant milestone in Telleria’s career was the debut of his first solo show, Nekatutak (Cansados), in March 2021. This show ran for almost two years and has been recorded, now available on Filmin. He continues to present Mihiluze with Ilaski Serrano since 2022. Telleria has performed in numerous locations across Spain, including Tolosa, Gernika, Añorga, Bilbao, Madrid, and Barcelona, demonstrating a growing reach and popularity. He firmly believes that the comedy scene in his region has come to stay.

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Carolina Iglesias

Percebes y Grelos, the professional name of Carolina Iglesias Mosquera, is a Spanish comedian, screenwriter, and content creator on YouTube. Born in Oleiros, she began her career early, becoming the youngest comedian to record a monologue for Paramount Comedy’s 'Open Mike' program at just 18 years old in 2012. Following this initial foray into comedy, she relocated to Madrid to pursue stand-up and study Spanish Language and Literature at Complutense University of Madrid (UCM). She also studied screenwriting from 2015 to 2016 at various institutions including Escuela de Cine y Televisión Septima Ars, Escuela Superior de Comedia (EOC), Jamming theater company, and Factoría del Guion. Iglesias’s work has spanned various media. She co-hosted 'Yu: No te pierdas nada' on Los 40 radio from 2017. Her collaborations include appearances on programs like 'Zapeando', 'Lo siguiente', 'Operación Triunfo', 'Hora Youtuber', and 'Youtubers Live'. In 2019, she performed in the theatrical show 'Que vuelva Fotolog' at the Palacio de la Prensa alongside Esty Quesada, and hosted the XVII Mestre Mateo Awards with Camila Bossa, David Amor, Xúlio Abonjo, and Fernando Epelde. She also launched the YouTube series #UnaCañaCon in September 2019, sponsored by Mahou, and published the short story “Amor de mierda” in Vloggers Now! 3 in 2014. Beginning in May 2020, Victoria Martín and Iglesias have co-hosted the podcast 'Estirando el chicle,' which has risen to prominence as a leading independent podcast in Spain and was recognized with an Ondas Award in 2021. She and Victoria Martín created and starred in the webseries 'Válidas' in 2020. Starting in 2021, Henar Álvarez and Iglesias have been working together on the comedic segment 'Tarde lo que tarde' broadcast on Radio Nacional de España. In 2018, she published the book El amor, qué movida . She received the Marcela and Elisa Award in 2021 for her work supporting LGTBI+ rights, becoming the youngest recipient; this recognition followed a controversy in 2022 regarding a guest on 'Estirando el chicle'. Her other film credits include directing and writing the short film Sólo pienso en ti , which was the most viewed in its category at Notodofilmfest, and starring in Prólogo a una primera cita by Jorge López Ania.

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David Suarez

He spent his formative years raised in New Jersey. Early in his life, he held the belief that he was Jesus, a notion that seems to inform some of his comedic perspective. After graduating college, he worked due to an inability to perform miracles, and it was during this time that he first felt the desire to be on stage. Suarez began performing regularly around age 30, using his experiences with friends while drinking as inspiration for much of his material. He sees these performances as a way to share wisdom. Suarez’s comedic style is characterized by black humor. He established himself early in his career by creating and starring in the web series Vincent Finch: Diario de un ego in 2013. Following this, he contributed as a screenwriter for the webseries Famosos y una vieja , starting in 2015. His work extends to television and radio, having collaborated on three episodes of Late Motiv in 2018 and serving as a collaborator on the radio program Yu: No te pierdas nada also in 2018. He published the comic book Agonía infinita , a collection of black humor vignettes, in 2018. Suarez’s career has faced challenges. In April 2019, he was fired from Yu: No te pierdas nada following controversy stemming from a tweet about people with Down syndrome, which resulted in a lawsuit initially seeking 22 months of prison. The case was dismissed but subsequently reopened in April 2020 before ultimately resulting in an acquittal in December 2021. During this period, he co-hosted the podcast Pegarle a la Lejía with Sergio Bezos and Santiago Alverú between 2019 and 2020. He has also appeared on screen, playing a nurse in an episode of the series Veneno in 2020, and presented the YouTube series No haber venido created with Carmen Romero in 2021. Currently, he is preparing for the premiere of Vincent Finch: 10 años después in 2025.

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Esteban Navarro

Esteban Navarro is a multifaceted artist from Spain, recognized as an actor, humorist, screenwriter, singer, and co-creator of the comedic duo Venga Monjas. Beginning in 2006, Venga Monjas has established itself within the Spanish comedy landscape. Initially, Navarro aspired to a career in animation, hoping to work for companies like Disney or Pixar, and he even studied Fine Arts at the University of Barcelona. Around age 20, he started creating videos with Xavi Daura and uploading them to YouTube, marking an early step in his creative journey. His work has expanded beyond these initial online ventures, encompassing a range of media. Navarro's professional career includes scriptwriting for the series 'Museo Coconut' starting in 2010, and subsequent involvement in various television programs, primarily on TV3. He works on the Movistar+ program 'Ilustres ignorantes.' He is funny and plays music. His relationship with Rigoberta Bandini, which began in 2019, has significantly shaped his recent work. They formed a close personal and professional partnership, with Navarro co-writing and composing several of her hits, including 'Ay, mamá,' which he arranged and she performed at Benidorm Fest. The song achieved considerable success, reaching number 1 on the Spotify Top 50 in Spain. The relationship with Bandini resulted in a son, Nico, born on June 2, 2020, during the pandemic. They formalized their commitment with a civil ceremony officiated by Ada Colau on May 18, 2023, followed by an intimate wedding on June 10, 2023. Navarro provides constant support and participates in the more intimate aspects of Bandini’s artistic project, often playing keyboards in her musical projects. His creative contributions have garnered recognition; he has received nominations for awards for his work on 'La vida breve' (2023), 'Don Pepe Popi,' and 'V/H/S Viral.' Based on 16 films, his average rating is 5.9.

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Iggy Rubín

Ignacio Antonio Rubín Grassa, known professionally as Iggy Rubín, is a multifaceted entertainer from Madrid, Spain. Born on November 16, 1984, he works as a radio host, screenwriter, humorist, and actor. His career began unexpectedly at the Escuela Técnica Superior de Ingenieros Agrónomos at the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, where he initially pursued studies in agronomy. A pivotal moment arrived in 2009 when he won a monologue contest at the university, marking his initial foray into comedy. Following his victory, Iggy Rubín quickly transitioned from student performer to professional comedian. He performed his first show in a bar with a friend, and the resulting recording led to five monologues for Central de Cómicos through Paramount Comedy. This early success propelled him onto the monologue circuit throughout Spain. His comedic style involves spoken monologues accompanied by audience laughter. Current performances explore themes of identity, encompassing work, religion, sexuality, love, and anecdotes about celebrities. He has also appeared in the documentary Pepón es guay (2013) and participated in the Emmy-nominated series El fin de la comedia , portraying himself as a friend of the protagonist. Beyond performing, Iggy Rubín's talents extend to writing and radio. He has worked as a screenwriter for films like El último grito and television programs such as Peliculares , Late Motiv , and El Hormiguero . For two seasons, he co-hosted the radio program Comedia perpetua on Cadena SER. He also served as a second presenter on YU:No te pierdas nada on Los 40 until September 2019, and from August 2021 to the end of the 2023 season, he co-hosted Cuerpos especiales on Europa FM with Eva Soriano. He is a frequent guest on the podcast La Ruina , often cited as one of the most hilarious podcasts, and recently shared a personal anecdote about an experience in Portugal involving a massage and his girlfriend, Marina Montalbán.

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Laura Yustres

Laura Yustres Vélez, known on stage as Lalachus, is a Spanish actress and humorist. In 2025 he won the Idolo Prize and, the following year, in 2025, he won the TikTok Prize in the comedy category.

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Pupi Poisson

Pupi Poisson, whose birth name is Alberto Cifuentes Gomez Zimmer, is a Spanish drag performer. Born in Madrid on April 2, 1982, they are known professionally as Pupi Poisson and Alberto Zimmer. Their career began in 2006, with their drag persona originating after working at a theme park. They reside in Madrid. Poisson identifies as gay and initially concealed this from their mother. Poisson’s performance journey includes collaborations with other drag queens starting in 2008. Television appearances commenced in 2010, followed by participation in Got Talent España in 2017. A significant moment arrived in 2021 when they competed on Drag Race España, ultimately placing fourth and earning the title of Miss Simpatía, also known as Miss Congeniality. Javier Calvo described Poisson as 'very talented,' noting their experience in the field. That same year, from July to December, Poisson toured Spain as part of Gran Hotel de las Reinas. They also appeared in the film El fantasma de la sauna . Poisson’s musical endeavors include releasing a debut album, titled Pupi Poisson , in 2019, and several singles such as 'Sex Dance Love' (2013) and 'Inesperado' (2020). Their television work extends beyond Drag Race España, with appearances in shows like ¿Quién quiere casarse con mi madre? (2013) and Maestros de la costura (2022). In 2022, they began co-hosting Reinas al Rescate, a documentary series also featuring Supremme De Luxe, Sharonne, and Estrella Xtravaganza. Poisson continues to make guest appearances on Drag Race España from 2022-2025 and placed fifth on Drag Race España: All Stars in 2024.

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Romina Cocca

Romina Cocca is an international actress and comedian based in Barcelona, Spain. She is fluent in English (both UK/US accents) and Spanish, with her native dialect being Argentina Español. Her background is Hispanic/Latino, and she also speaks Catalan. Cocca’s professional experience extends beyond Spain, encompassing work in Mexico, the USA, and the United Kingdom. Cocca’s training includes studies of acting and musical theatre in Argentina, followed by intensive instruction at the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute and the HB Studio in New York City, where she graduated in the Meisner Technique. She further honed her skills with Rachael Adler and Javier Galitó-Cava in Barcelona, specializing in the Meisner Technique. In addition to acting, Cocca is an Acting teacher, offering Audition Technique & Marketing for the Actor courses, and also works as an Acting Coach and Dialect Coach (in Spanish). She is a trained improviser and has musical theatre experience, and can perform Argentine Tango and Tango. Cocca’s screen credits are diverse, including roles in "The Split Barcelona" (BBC/Sister Global), "Self-tape" (Filmax), "Las del Hockey" (Netflix/TV3), "My Oxford Year" (Netflix), “The Penguin Lessons” (42/Lionsgate), "Psicodriving" (Antena 3), and "Kubala, Moreno i Manchón" (TV3). She played Valentina in the limited series "The Split: Barcelona" (BBC) in 2024, portrayed Mrs. De La Vega in the 2024 Netflix film "My Oxford Year," and had a supporting role in “The Penguin Lessons.” She also appeared as Pilar in "Self-tape" (Filmin) and Paulina in "Les de l'hoquei (The Hockey Girls)" (TV3). Cocca performs stand-up comedy, having appeared on "20Vint" (RTVE 2) and “Stand-up Revolution” (Antena 1, Romania), and has performed for the Phi Beta Lambda comedy channel. She co-created and hosts the podcast "La Movidita," available on IVoox, Podimo, and Spotify. Her comedic style is characterized by a sharp, dry edge.

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Sandi Toksvig

Sandi Toksvig, whose full name is Sandra Birgitte Toksvig, is a Danish-British comedian, author, TV and radio host. She was born on May 3, 1958, in Copenhagen, Denmark, to Claus Toksvig, a Danish journalist and foreign correspondent for Danmarks Radio, and Julie Anne Toksvig (née Brett), who is British. Her father covered the Apollo 11 moon landing in 1969. She was raised in Europe, Africa, and the United States, and early on she was influenced by Danish entertainer Birgit Overskov. Toksvig's comedy career began at Girton College, Cambridge, where she studied archaeology and anthropology, graduating with first class honours. In 1982, she both penned and acted in the inaugural revue featuring only women at the Footlights, and subsequently contributed further writing to the Cambridge Footlights Revue that received the Perrier Award. Joining the Cambridge University Light Entertainment Society, she debuted on stage at The Comedy Store in London during its opening night, which led to her inclusion within The Comedy Store Players. She began writing for Radio 4’s comedy programme Three Plus One in 1982. 73 (1982–1986), The Saturday Starship, Motormouth, Gilbert's Fridge, and Island Race. She hosted The News Quiz on BBC Radio 4 from September 2006 to June 2015, replacing Simon Hoggart, and was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame after a decade as chair. She took over as host of QI in 2016, succeeding Stephen Fry, and co-presented The Great British Bake Off from 2017 to 2020 alongside Noel Fielding. She has also appeared as a panelist on shows like Call My Bluff, Whose Line Is It Anyway?, Mock the Week, Have I Got News for You, and was a guest in I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue. In 2014, she received an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for her services to comedy and broadcasting. Beyond her work in entertainment, Toksvig has demonstrated a commitment to political and social causes. She came out as a lesbian in 1994 and co-founded the Women’s Equality Party in March 2015, expressing strong political views. From 2015 until 2017, she held the position of president for the Women of the Year Lunch. She has written over 20 fiction and non-fiction books, including Tales from the Norse's Mouth (1994), Gladys Reunited: A Personal American Journey (2003), and The End of the Sky (2017). Since 2019, she has been president of the Writers’ Guild of Great Britain and maintains a consistent presence as a columnist in both Good Housekeeping and the Sunday Telegraph.

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Susi Caramelo

Susi Caramelo, whose real name is Susana Cabero Jaén, is a Spanish comedian born on September 18, 1980, in Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona. Initially studying Administration and Finance, she later pursued acting training in Barcelona before working as a production assistant. Around 2016, she began performing texts for other comedians and scriptwriters, demonstrating an early aptitude for the comedic arts. She gained recognition as a finalist in the comedy contest «Los 4 de cuatro», marking a significant step in her career. Seeking further opportunities, she moved to Madrid in 2016. She gained significant popularity through her appearances on the Movistar+ show 'Las que faltaban', where she provided comedic reportage interviews at photocalls. This role proved pivotal in establishing her presence on Spanish television. Following the cancellation of ‘Las que faltaban’, she starred in her own theatrical production, 'Pibonéxica', which toured extensively. In 2020, she became a collaborator on '#0' humor show 'Cero en historia', and subsequently hosted her own show, 'Caramelo', interviewing celebrities in a humorous manner. She also appeared in the film 'Poliamor para principiantes' in 2021. Susi Caramelo’s comedic style is known for its blunt and cheeky nature, aiming to make audiences laugh and disconnect while sharing personal struggles with joy. Her shows often focus on her personal life, relationships, and everyday absurdities, described as shameless and irreverent. She emphasizes intention, context, and self-awareness in her humor and finds inspiration in everyday experiences. In 2023, she participated in 'Tu cara me suena', imitating singers like Concha Velasco and Rosalía, finishing eighth, and collaborated on 'José Mota Live Show' and 'Cuentos chinos' before becoming a collaborator for 'El hormiguero' in 2024. She will appear in the film 'Torrente, presidente' in 2026, continuing her diverse career trajectory.

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Victoria Martín

María Victoria Olaya Martín de la Cova, popularly known as Victoria Martín, exercises as a humorist, writer, television presenter and collaborator in radio in Spain.

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Xavier Daura

Xavi Daura, born in Barcelona in 1985, is a multifaceted comedian and humorist. He works as a screenwriter, actor, director, writer, and is recognized for his work with the comedic duo Venga Monjas alongside Esteban Navarro. Their videos gained significant attention after going viral on YouTube. Daura’s career demonstrates a diverse range of creative endeavors, including participation in projects like Da Suisa, Museo Coconut, APM, and El Castillo de Takeshi. Daura's comedy style is described as "descorazonador" (heartbreaking), cynical, and excessive. His humor uniquely blends intense drama with crude comedy, often creating uncomfortable yet funny sequences. He collaborated with Carlos Vermut and Esteban Navarro on the short film 'Don Pepe Popi,' which features the group Venga Monjas. The film’s premise centers around creating a video in honor of a deceased daughter, based on a drawing and the name 'Don Pepe Popi'. This work exemplifies his ability to juxtapose emotional depth with comedic elements. Daura has gained further recognition through appearances on Comedy Central's 'Roast Battle,' where he participated in a "fratricidal" duel against Esteban Navarro, exploring twelve years of their duo’s history. The show, produced by El Terrat and arbitrated by Ignatius, featured a jury including Dani Mateo, Marta Flich, and JJ Vaquero. During the duel, Daura made a joke referencing Paul McCartney and the 'White Album'. Currently, he works as a screenwriter for the late-night show La Resistencia, and has a stand-up show called XD. He recently published his second book, 'Quemar dinero' (Burn Money), a novel critiquing capitalism and film industry eccentricities, drawing inspiration from Stanley Kubrick’s 'The Shining' and Greta Gerwig's work on the Barbie movie. ‘Quemar dinero’ incorporates elements like a dark urban legend about Marisol and features the character of Pepa Flores. Daura conducted extensive research for the novel, including speaking with psychiatrists, one of whom shared a story about a man who believed he was the president of El Corte Inglés. The book argues that marketing is often more important than the film itself, and its structure mirrors scenes from 'The Shining,' featuring a protagonist trapped in a film set hangar. Daura chose a female protagonist to avoid overusing the director character.

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