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Cathleen Rouleau

Cathleen Rouleau is a Québécoise comedian, actress, writer, host, columnist and screenwriter from Montréal.

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

Cathleen Rouleau is a Québécoise comedian, actress, writer, host, columnist and screenwriter from Montréal. She is known for her work in television and humour, including the series *À propos d’Antoine*, and for publishing youth novels and writing for print and television. Her career is rooted in Canadian French-language media, primarily in Québec.

Career

Rouleau has worked across Québécois television, humour and writing. Sources describe her as an actress, comedian, host, columnist and screenwriter, with credits in television series, advertising and print media.

Writing

She is credited with writing television series including *À propos d’Antoine* and *True Lov*. She has also written for newspapers and magazines, and has published youth novels in two series: *Z.* and *Les Introuvables*.

Television and performance

Her television work includes leading or supporting roles in productions such as *LOL*, *File d’attente*, *Vrak La Vie* and *Escouade 99*. Her website also describes appearances at major comedy festivals in Québec, Europe and France.

Public recognition

Coverage in Québec media highlights *À propos d’Antoine* as a significant project in her career. Interviews also describe her as active in humour, theatre and on-stage performance.

Key facts

  • She is a Canadian entertainment figure based in Québec, working in comedy, acting, hosting, writing and screenwriting.
  • She appeared in Québécois television productions such as *LOL*, *File d’attente*, *Vrak La Vie* and *Escouade 99*.
  • She wrote the television series *À propos d’Antoine* and *True Lov*.
  • She has published youth novels in the series *Z.* and *Les Introuvables*.
  • She graduated from the École nationale de l’humour in 2003 or 2006, depending on the source.
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Canadian context

She is a Québécois public figure whose work is rooted in Canadian French-language television, humour and publishing, and she is primarily associated with Montréal and Québec media.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Cathleen Rouleau?
Cathleen Rouleau is a Canadian Québécois comedian, actress, writer and screenwriter known for work in television, humour and youth literature.
What is Cathleen Rouleau known for?
She is known for *À propos d’Antoine*, *LOL*, *Vrak La Vie* and her youth-book series.
Is Cathleen Rouleau an author?
Yes. Sources say she has written television series, contributed to print publications and published youth novels.
Where is Cathleen Rouleau from?
She is identified in Québec media as being from Montréal, Quebec.
What school did Cathleen Rouleau attend?
Sources say she attended the École nationale de l’humour, though they differ on the graduation year.

References

  1. Cathleen Rouleau official website — https://cathleenrouleau.com/
    Supports: Biography, career credits, writing, festival appearances, and publication claims.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8346086/
    Supports: Identifies her as an actress and writer and lists notable credits.
  3. Journal de Québec — https://www.journaldequebec.com/2023/11/21/sa-serie-a-propos-dantoine-fait-le-tour-du-monde-et-se-distingue
    Supports: States she is from Montréal, gives background on her career and education.
  4. 7 Jours — https://www.7jours.ca/2024/11/28/cathleen-rouleau-une-poignee-de-main-l-a-menee-a-lolympia-de-paris
    Supports: Describes her as an humorist, actress and author; discusses *À propos d’Antoine* and her career.