Katherine Ryan

Comedian

Canadian, Irish Sarnia, Ontario, Canada

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Quick Info

ProfessionComedian
NationalityCanadian, Irish
Date of Birth30/06/1983
Age42 years
BirthplaceSarnia, Ontario, Canada

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameKatherine Louisa Ryan
ReligionChristianity
Food HabitNon-vegetarian

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 6" (167 cm)
Eye ColorBlue
Hair ColorLight Ash Blonde

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolNorthern Collegiate Institute and Vocational School
College/UniversityRyerson University, Toronto, Canada
Educational QualificationCity Planning

Personal Life

Marital StatusMarried
HusbandBobby Kootstra (c.p. 2019-present)

Relationships & More

Boyfriends/Affairs
  • Alex Edelman
  • Bobby Kootstra

Family

FatherFinbar Ryan
MotherJulie Mc
Siblings2 sisters
SpouseBobby Kootstra
Children
  • Fred (from Bobby Kootstra)
  • Violet (from her previous relationship)
  • Fenna (from Bobby Kootstra)

Career

DebutKatherine made her television debut in the series 'Campus' in 2009 on Channel 4 as George Bryan.
Awards
  • Outstanding Female Comedy Entertainment Performance at the National Comedy Awards (2023)
  • Funny Women Award in 2008, recognized as 'the funniest new female stand-up in Britain' by a national newspaper.
Notable Works
  • Katherine appeared on 'Video on Trial' from 2005 to 2008 and performed on notable shows like '8 Out of 10 Cats' and 'The Masked Singer'.
  • She hosted 'Hair' on BBC Two and served as a panellist on several shows including 'Bring the Noise' and 'Safeword'.
  • Katherine Ryan's Netflix stand-up special 'Katherine Ryan: In Trouble' was released in 2017.
  • Katherine Ryan: Glitter Room (Netflix stand-up special, 2019).
  • The Duchess (Netflix sitcom, creator, executive producer, writer, and actress).
  • Backstage with Katherine Ryan (Amazon Prime series).
  • Missus (Netflix stand-up special).
  • First Born Daughter (Netflix stand-up special).
  • Launched podcast 'Telling Everybody Everything', which frequently tops charts.
  • Launched podcast 'What’s My Age Again?' in 2025, debuting in the top 10.
  • At Home With Katherine Ryan (UKTV series, returned in 2025).
  • Silence Is Golden (new show, 2025).
  • Tinsel Town (film, 2025).
  • Murdoch Mysteries (series finale, 2025).
  • Bad Guys 2 (voice of Maureen, 2025).

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/kathbum/
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/p/Katherine-Ryan-100044407930257/
Twitterhttps://x.com/kathbum

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Katherine's father moved to Canada from Montenotte, Cork, Ireland.
2. She experienced childhood summers in Ireland, leading her to discover Penneys.
3. Katherine is a dual citizen, holding both Irish and Canadian passports.
4. She worked at Hooters during university and developed her comedy routine performing at open mic nights.
5. Katherine's witty comments have often sparked controversy, leading to public discussions about cultural sensitivity.
6. She has openly discussed undergoing various cosmetic surgery procedures as part of her comedy routine.
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