Schalk Bezuidenhout

South Africa

On Tour

Schalk Bezuidenhout is one of the most exciting voices in South African comedy, known for bringing a sharp, contemporary Afrikaans perspective to the global comedy stage — and online.

He has opened for Trevor Noah on multiple occasions, including Noah’s 2023 arena tour, and continues to grow his international audience through both live shows and viral online content. With a huge social media following, Schalk has built a loyal fanbase that spans the globe.

On screen, Schalk is the host of the upcoming Amazon Prime series The World’s Strangest Jobs, has a stand-up special on Comedy Central, and appears on Netflix’s Only Jokes Allowed. As an actor, he starred in the feature film Kanarie, and is a writer and actor for the upcoming adaptation of The Office South Africa.

WINNER: SAVANNA NEWCOMER AWARD COMICS CHOICE AWARDS

WINNER: INTERMEDIATE AWARD COMICS CHOICE AWARDS

NOMINATED: SAVANNA COMEDIAN OF THE YEAR COMICS CHOICE AWARDS

NOMINATED: BREAKTHROUGH ACT COMIC CHOICE AWARDS

“Fast-rising talent” Guardian

“Definitely one to watch” Evening Standard

“His joke-telling is superb… pure and simple stand-up, expertly performed” Chortle

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