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Janey Godley: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Janey Godley? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Jane Godley Currie (20 January 1961 – 2 November 2024), known professionally as Janey Godley, was a Scottish stand-up comedian, actress, writer and political activist. She began her stand-up career in 1994, and won various awards for her comedy in the 2000s. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she made a series of voice over clips of politicians and other well known personalities. The following year, she was dropped from a pantomime performance of Beauty and the Beast after a series of controversial racist tweets emerged, for which Godley later apologised. She was later diagnosed with ovarian cancer, from which she died in 2024.

Quick facts about Janey Godley

  • Full name: Janey Godley
  • Born: 1961-01-20
  • Nationality: United Kingdom
  • Known as: Comedian
  • Wikidata ID: Q4950328

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Who is Janey Godley?

Jane Godley Currie (20 January 1961 – 2 November 2024), known professionally as Janey Godley, was a Scottish stand-up comedian, actress, writer and political activist.

What nationality is Janey Godley?

Janey Godley is United Kingdom.

When was Janey Godley born?

Janey Godley was born on 1961-01-20.

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