Katherine Ryan
Canadian comedian and television presenter
Born
June 30th, 1983
42 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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A UK-based Canadian comedian and presenter, recognition came from stand-up comedy and television appearances. Has performed in various venues and festivals across the UK and Canada, showcasing a unique style of humor. Gained prominence as a panelist on shows like '8 Out of 10 Cats' and 'Loose Women'. Created and starred in the Netflix sitcom 'The Duchess'. Founder of podcast 'Katherine Ryan: The Podcast'.
Starring in 'The Duchess' on Netflix
Regular panelist on '8 Out of 10 Cats'
Presenter on 'Loose Women'
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