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Blanche Gardin

Blanche Gardin is a French comedian, actress and screenwriter born in Suresnes in 1977.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Blanche Gardin is a French comedian, actress and screenwriter born in Suresnes in 1977. She became widely known through the Jamel Comedy Club and the television series WorkinGirls, then through her stand-up shows, including two that won back-to-back Molière awards for humour.

Early life and education

Blanche Gardin was born in Suresnes, France, in 1977. Sources describe her as having studied sociology before beginning work outside comedy.

Career

She began gaining attention in the mid-2000s through the Jamel Comedy Club, later appearing in WorkinGirls on Canal+. She then established herself with solo stand-up performances and television writing work.

Recognition

Gardin received the Molière Award for Humor in 2018 and 2019 for two different stage shows. These awards helped consolidate her status in French stand-up comedy.

Screenwriting and screen roles

Beyond stand-up, Gardin has written for television, including Parents mode d'emploi, and has appeared in film and television productions.

Key facts

  • Blanche Gardin is a French stand-up comedian, actress and screenwriter.
  • She first became widely known through the Jamel Comedy Club and WorkinGirls.
  • She won the Molière Award for Humor in two consecutive years for Je parle toute seule and Bonne nuit Blanche.
  • She co-wrote the short-format programme Parents mode d'emploi for France 2.
  • She has also appeared in film and television, with credits listed by major film databases.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Blanche Gardin?
She is a French comedian, actress and screenwriter known for stand-up comedy, television appearances and writing work.
When was Blanche Gardin born?
She was born on 3 April 1977.
Where is Blanche Gardin from?
She was born in Suresnes, France.
What made Blanche Gardin famous?
She became known through the Jamel Comedy Club and the Canal+ series WorkinGirls, then through her stand-up shows.
What awards has she won?
She won the Molière Award for Humor in 2018 and 2019.
What writing work is she known for?
She co-wrote the short programme Parents mode d'emploi for France 2.

References

  1. French Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blanche_Gardin
    Supports: Birthplace, occupations, public recognition, Molière awards, and writing credit for Parents mode d'emploi.
  2. English Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blanche_Gardin
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupations, years active, Jamel Comedy Club, WorkinGirls, Molière awards, and writing credit.
  3. AlloCiné — https://www.allocine.fr/personne/fichepersonne_gen_cpersonne=242219.html
    Supports: Birth date and birthplace, sociology studies, early career, Jamel Comedy Club debut, and first solo show.
  4. Bédétheque — https://www.bedetheque.com/auteur-42334-BD-Gardin-Blanche.html
    Supports: DEA in sociology, WorkinGirls role, Parents mode d'emploi co-writing, and Il faut que je vous parle! stage show.
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/fr/name/nm3226240/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupations, and selected film credits.