Dini Dimakos
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 Dini Dimakos (2007) | |
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| Years active | 2002–present (comedy) |
Dini Dimakos (also known as Dini Dimakos Shevchenko) is a Canadian stand-up comedian and social worker of Greek heritage.[1]
Career
[edit]Stand-up comedy
[edit]Dimakos began her stand-up comedy career in Toronto in 2002, performing one-off spots before moving on to amateur nights at Yuk Yuk's.[1] She has described her comedic style as personal, drawing material from her experiences as a single mother, dating, and her Greek family.[1]
In July 2007, Dimakos performed at Bitch Salad, a comedy show hosted by Andrew Johnston at Buddies in Bad Times Theatre in Toronto.[2]
Television
[edit]Dimakos appeared as a panelist on MuchMusic's Video on Trial.[3] She also appeared on Stars Gone Wild and Love Court.[4]
Later career
[edit]Following her entertainment career, Dimakos completed social work training and became a Registered Social Service Worker (RSSW). As of 2022[update], she works with the Hills of Headwaters Collaborative Ontario Health Team in Caledon, Ontario, providing support to healthcare workers and their families throughout Dufferin County.[5]
References
[edit]- 1 2 3 Cox, Jennifer (September 25, 2019). "Dini Dimakos takes to the Laval Laughs' stage for the first time". The Suburban. Retrieved January 26, 2026.
- ↑ "Toronto Through the Eyes of Andrew Johnston". BlogTO. July 9, 2007. Retrieved January 26, 2026.
- ↑ "MuchMusic Rings in the New Year with Four Exclusive New Series". Bell Media. December 20, 2012. Retrieved January 26, 2026.
- ↑ Dini Dimakos at IMDb
- ↑ "Grandparents. The Group That Never Does It For Themselves" (PDF). Connection. Caledon Meals on Wheels. January 2022. p. 7. Retrieved March 24, 2022.
External links
[edit]- Dini Dimakos at IMDb