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Bun Hay Mean

Bun Hay Mean was a French comedian and actor, also known by the stage name "Chinois marrant." Born in 1981, he became known for stand-up and for roles in French film and television before his death in 2025.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Bun Hay Mean was a French comedian and actor, also known by the stage name "Chinois marrant." Born in 1981, he became known for stand-up and for roles in French film and television before his death in 2025. He was of Chinese and Cambodian descent.

Early life

Bun Hay Mean was born in Lormont, Gironde, in 1981 and was of Chinese and Cambodian descent. Sources describe him as having studied computer science before turning to comedy.

Career

He built his career in stand-up comedy and became known after appearing in the Jamel Comedy Club. He later performed on stage and appeared in French film and television productions.

Filmography

He acted in films and series including The Chef, Problemos, Craignos, The Misadventures of Hedi and Cokeman, and Les Chèvres! Sources note that Les Chèvres! was his last film.

Death

Bun Hay Mean died on 10 July 2025 in Paris at the age of 43. News reports say he fell from a building in the 17th arrondissement.

Key facts

  • Bun Hay Mean was a French comedian and actor known as "Chinois marrant."
  • He gained prominence through the Jamel Comedy Club.
  • He appeared in films such as The Chef and Les Chèvres!.
  • He died on 10 July 2025 after falling from a building in Paris.
  • He had a Canadian connection through performances in Montreal.
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Canadian context

He had a Canadian connection through reported performances and media coverage in Montreal, including a planned show mentioned in reports about his death.[13][14]

Frequently asked questions

Who is Bun Hay Mean?
Bun Hay Mean was a French comedian and actor known for stand-up and for performing under the nickname "Chinois marrant."
How old is Bun Hay Mean?
He was born on 29 November 1981 and died on 10 July 2025 at age 43.
Bun Hay Mean net worth?
No reliable public source in the provided results gives a verified net worth figure.
Bun Hay Mean stand up?
He was primarily a stand-up comedian and became known through the Jamel Comedy Club and later solo stage performances.
Bun Hay Mean movies?
He appeared in films including The Chef, De l'huile sur le feu, Comme un chef, Problemos, The Misadventures of Hedi and Cokeman, Numéro 10, and Les Chèvres!.
Bun Hay Mean wife?
The provided sources do not verify that he had a wife, and no reliable public source in the results identifies one.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bun_Hay_Mean
    Supports: Birth date, death date, stage name, nationality, and age at death
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4859655/
    Supports: Birthplace, occupations, and film credits
  3. Rire & Chansons — https://www.rireetchansons.fr/humoristes/bun-hay-mean/biographie
    Supports: Career background, Jamel Comedy Club, and death
  4. AlloCiné — https://www.allocine.fr/personne/fichepersonne-548250/biographie/
    Supports: Stand-up background, last film, and death
  5. Le Monde — https://www.lemonde.fr/culture/article/2014/01/24/bun-hay-mean-le-chinois-marrant-nouvelle-recrue_4353878_3246.html
    Supports: Family background and early identity
  6. Sortiraparis — https://www.sortiraparis.com/en/news/in-paris/articles/330563-bun-hay-mean-the-jamel-comedy-club-comedian-dies-aged-43
    Supports: Death circumstances and planned Montreal appearance