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| Born | 1978 |
| Hometown | Smithton, Australia |
| Spouse | Jenney Shamash (m 2021 - present) |
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Hannah Gadsby signs comedy deal with Netflix
- Hannah Gadsby has signed a new multi-title deal with Netflix that includes two specials. The Australian comedian's contract involves one solo stand-up special, Body of Work, and one multi-comic special which she will produce and host. Body of Work will be recorded at the Sydney Opera House this week and is set to premiere on the streaming service in 2023. The special focuses on romance and Hannah's recent marriage to producer Jenney Shamash. Her upcoming multi-comic special will be recorded in L
AWARDS
| Year | Associations | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Awards | Best Performance in a Television Comedy | Hannah Gadsby: Nanette | Winner |
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