Andrew Hansen
| Andrew Hansen | |
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Hansen in 2007 | |
| Birth name | Andrew John Hansen |
| Born | 18 September 1974 Australia |
| Medium | Print, television, radio and stage |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Years active | 1999–present |
| Genres | Satirical and musical comedy |
| Notable works and roles | The Chaser CNNNN (2002–2003) The Chaser's War On Everything (2006–2009) The Hamster Wheel (2011–12) The Chaser's Media Circus (2014–15) Australian Epic (2023) |
| Website | MrAndrewHansen.com |
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Andrew John Hansen (born 18 September 1974) is an Australian comedian, musician and author, best known for being a member of satirical team The Chaser. As a member of The Chaser, Hansen's television work includes co-writing and starring in ABC Television shows CNNNN (2002–2003), The Chaser Decides (2004, 2007), Chaser News Alert (2005), The Chaser's War On Everything (2006–07, 2009), Yes We Canberra! (2010), The Hamster Wheel (2011–12), The Hamster Decides (2013) and The Chaser's Media Circus (2014–2015). He was co-showrunner of Australian Epic (2023).
He was a producer and regular panellist on The Unbelievable Truth (2012). He has also co-written and performed in The Chaser's stage shows, Cirque du Chaser (2005) and The Chaser's Age of Terror Variety Hour (2008). With Chaser colleague Chris Taylor, Hansen starred in a scripted radio comedy series on triple j titled The Blow Parade, which was released on CD and the iTunes Store.