Doug Chappel
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 Doug Chappel | |
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| Other names | Doug Chappel Jr |
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 Comedian Doug Chappel performing live on stage | |
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Doug Chappel is an Australian comedian who grew up in the working class suburb of Footscray in Melbourne's Western Suburbs. Chappel is also known for his work in the community with homeless youth & troubled teenagers. Once homeless himself and growing up with a "rough crowd", Chappel draws on his experiences from his past and applies it to his comedy.[1][2][3]
Chappel released 2 CDs in 2004 titled The funniest man on the planet and The Footscray Rap in which he talks about his troubled past, the area in which he grew up and relationships.[4][5][6][7]
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 1999 | Australia's Most Wanted | Bank Robber | Nine Network |
| 2001 | Stingers | Jack Posey | Nine Network |
| 2001 | Nikki Webster- Depend on Me | Nikki's dad | Music Video |
| 2005 | Good Friday Appeal | Guest Comedian | Channel 7 |
| 2006 | Stand Up Australia | Himself | Guest |
| 2007 | The Best of Stand Up Australia | Himself | Guest |
| 2008 | Breaking Bad News | Graham Jones | |
| 2009 | Insiders | Himself, guest | ABC Television |
| 2012 | Offspring | Bobby | Network Ten |
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2012-2013 | Groomless Bride | Peter | Post Production |
References
- ^ http://www.standup.com.au/comedian/doug-chappel.
- ^ http://www.dougchappel.com
- ^ http://www.maroondah-leader.whereilive.com.au/.../it-helps-if-you-can-laugh/
- ^ http://www.7digital.com/stores/sta/.../doug-chappel/the-funniest-man-on-the-planet/
- ^ http://www.amazon.co.uk/Footscray-Rap-Tracky-Dack.../B001GG6V8M
- ^ http://www.7digital.com/stores/sta/.../doug-chappel/the-funniest-man-on-the-planet/
- ^ http://www.amazon.co.uk/Footscray-Rap-Tracky-Dack.../B001GG6V8M
External links
- Doug Chappel at IMDb