George Kapiniaris
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George Kapiniaris (born 1961) is a Greek Australian actor and comedian.
Kapiniaris' claim to fame was his starring role in the hugely popular Wogs Out of Work with Nick Giannopoulos. Since then, the Australian public has continued to see him use his Greek heritage as inspiration for future roles and performances.
Kapiniaris also starred in the Melbourne based sitcom Acropolis Now. Since that show's cancellation, he has continued stand-up comedy and has produced a few stage performances, as well as emceeing events such as weddings. Some of his songs include a parody of Knockin' on Heaven's Door, called "Gnocchi on Heaven's Door".
In 2005, Kapiniaris appeared on the TV series Joker Poker. A series of comedic commercials have since been produced for automotive repairer and insurance broker RAA, featuring Kapiniaris talking to a confidante; a worker named 'Trev' at a coffee shop.
He, and fellow comedians Joe Avati, Nish and Simon Palomares have joined forces for a national tour Il Dago.
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