Jon Dore

Profile

Ottawa-born comedian and host Jon Dore spent three years co-hosting Rogers Television's Daytime sharpening his skills to a fine point. For his work, creativity and quick improv skills, he received the Impression Award for best on-air personality in 2001.

Many of Jon's hosting skills come from working as a stand-up on the comedy club circuit in Canada. In 2003 Jon took part in the Homegrown Comedy Competition at the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal, and he will be returning to the festival to host the competition.

Before he landed his own show – The Jon Dore Television Show, Jon was most recognized for his part on the hottest program on Canadian TV, CTV's Canadian Idol, as the wacky correspondent reporting on the pressures and excitement of the contest while interacting with the contestants and judges. Much to the delight of the millions of viewers across the country.

Jon has also appeared on Elvira Kurt's Adventures in Comedy and Butch Patterson on The Comedy Network. He shot a pilot as the host for a show entitled Design to Sell, and played a principal role on the television series Wild Card. Jon has also been a guest host for a week on Canada AM, entertaining viewers across the country with his unique brand of humour.

Known from coast to coast, Jon has loads of charisma, charm, and an incredible knack for being funny. He is a fantastic comedian and a terrific host.

Clients Comments

“Jon Dore Show is incredibly funny. You never know what tangent he is taking and a complete riot. “