Andrew Hansen

Andrew John Hansen (born 18 September 1974) is an Australian comedian, musician, and author. He is best known for his work as a member of the satirical team The Chaser. Hansen has had a successful television career, co-writing and starring in various ABC Television shows such as 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 also produced and appeared as a regular panellist on The Unbelievable Truth (2012). Hansen's stage credits include Cirque du Chaser (2005) and The Chaser's Age of Terror Variety Hour (2008). Alongside Chris Taylor, he starred in the scripted radio comedy series The Blow Parade on triple j. Hansen was the School Captain of The Hills Grammar School in Kenthurst, New South Wales, and holds a degree from the University of Sydney.