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Born:
- Birthday: 1986-10-04
- Born Place: Hirson, France
Eric Lampaert
Eric Lampaert is a Franco-British comedian, actor, and writer known for his high-energy, physical comedy and a unique look that he often humorously describes as "alien-like." Born in France and raised in both France and the UK, Lampaert’s comedy is characterized by its bilingual versatility and absurdist observations. He received formal training in physical theater and clowning at the prestigious École Internationale de Théâtre Jacques Lecoq in Paris, later completing a degree in Theatre Arts at Middlesex University. This background heavily influences his stand-up style, which is manic, loose, and often features impressive improvisation. He has toured globally, performing at major festivals like the Edinburgh Fringe, Just for Laughs in Montreal, and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, and has even supported Eddie Izzard on tour, performing in both English and French. In the cinematic world, 2025 is a breakthrough year for Lampaert. He stars in the surrealist drama "The Thing with Feathers" as the physical manifestation of Crow, the central figure of grief who haunts Benedict Cumberbatch's character. While David Thewlis provides the character's voice, Lampaert provides the intricate, unsettling movements that bring the anthropomorphic bird to life—a role perfectly suited to his Jacques Lecoq training. His previous film credits include Luc Besson’s "Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets" and "Anna," as well as the stoner comedy "Stoner Express" (AmStarDam). On television, he has appeared in "Life's Too Short" (HBO/BBC), "Live at the Apollo," and "Russell Howard’s Good News." He is married to American model and actress Jordan Dwayne and continues to be a staple of the London and Los Angeles comedy scenes.
