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Marie-Lyne Joncas

Marie-Lyne Joncas is a Quebec comedian, television host, and actress from Roberval, Quebec.

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

Marie-Lyne Joncas is a Quebec comedian, television host, and actress from Roberval, Quebec. She is best known for her work as a humorist and as one half of the comedy duo Les Grandes Crues, and has hosted and appeared in television programs. She graduated from the École nationale de l'humour in 2014.

Early life and education

Marie-Lyne Joncas was born on 21 June 1987 in Roberval, Quebec, Canada. Sources indicate that she grew up in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region and later in Montérégie. She studied theatre at Cégep de Saint-Hyacinthe before training at the École nationale de l'humour, from which she graduated in 2014.

Comedy career

Joncas became known as a Quebec humorist and as part of the duo Les Grandes Crues. Her public profile in comedy expanded through stage work and media appearances.

Television work

She has worked as a television host and collaborator, including hosting a daily interview program on Noovo. She has also appeared in entertainment programs and other televised projects.

Acting and screen appearances

In addition to comedy and hosting, Joncas has been credited as an actress in film and television projects. Available sources list roles in productions such as King Dave, Bon Cop Bad Cop 2, and Club Soly.

Key facts

  • Marie-Lyne Joncas is a Quebec humorist, animator, and actress.
  • She grew up in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region and later in Montérégie.
  • She studied theatre at Cégep de Saint-Hyacinthe and graduated from the École nationale de l'humour in 2014.
  • She has hosted television projects, including a daily interview program on Noovo.
  • She has appeared in film and television projects, including King Dave, Bon Cop Bad Cop 2, and Club Soly.
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Canadian context

Joncas is a French-speaking Quebec performer whose career is rooted in Quebec’s comedy and television industries, making her a recognizable figure for Canadian Francophone audiences.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Marie-Lyne Joncas?
She is a Canadian Quebec comedian, television host, and actress known for comedy and television work.
Where is Marie-Lyne Joncas from?
She is from Roberval, Quebec, Canada.
What is Marie-Lyne Joncas known for?
She is best known as a humorist and as part of the comedy duo Les Grandes Crues, as well as for television hosting.
What did Marie-Lyne Joncas study?
She studied theatre at Cégep de Saint-Hyacinthe and graduated from the École nationale de l'humour in 2014.
Is Marie-Lyne Joncas a politician?
No. The available sources identify her as a comedian, host, and actress, not as a politician.

References

  1. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marie-Lyne_Joncas
    Supports: Birth place, occupation, and education details.
  2. Radio-Canada — https://ici.radio-canada.ca/ohdio/premiere/emissions/christiane-charette/segments/entrevue/79869/marie-lyne-joncas
    Supports: Identifies her as a humorist and discusses a public interview event with Philippe Couillard.
  3. La Presse — https://www.lapresse.ca/arts/television/2022-04-11/marie-lyne-joncas/l-appel-du-divan.php
    Supports: Background, upbringing, studies, and television hosting work.
  4. Wikidata — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q105476023
    Supports: Birth date and identity as a Canadian comedian.
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7427584/
    Supports: Acting credits and screen work.