Jón Gnarr: Biography, Facts and Career
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Jón Gnarr (Icelandic: [ˈjouːn ˈknar̥ː]; born Jón Gunnar Kristinsson on 2 January 1967) is an Icelandic actor, comedian, and politician who served as the Mayor of Reykjavík from 2010 to 2014. He is currently a member of the Althing for Viðreisn, elected in the 2024 Icelandic parliamentary election. Jón was a well-known comedian and actor starting in the 1990s, including teaming with Sigurjón Kjartansson as the duo Tvíhöfði on radio and television. In 2009, he formed the Best Party, a political party that began as political satire but quickly turned into a real political player due to its electoral successes, which were perceived to be a reaction to the 2008–2011 Icelandic financial crisis.
Quick facts about Jón Gnarr
- Full name: Jón Gnarr
- Born: 1967-01-02
- Nationality: Iceland
- Known as: Comedian
- Wikidata ID: Q445921
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Who is Jón Gnarr?
Jón Gnarr (Icelandic: [ˈjouːn ˈknar̥ː]; born Jón Gunnar Kristinsson on 2 January 1967) is an Icelandic actor, comedian, and politician who served as the Mayor of Reykjavík from 2010 to 2014.
What nationality is Jón Gnarr?
Jón Gnarr is Iceland.
When was Jón Gnarr born?
Jón Gnarr was born on 1967-01-02.
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