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| Daniel Veinbergs | |
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| Birth name | Daniel Veinbergs |
| Born | May 6, 1996 Jõhvi, Estonia |
| Medium | Stand-up comedy, podcasting |
| Nationality | Estonian |
| Education | University of Tartu (Journalism) |
| Years active | 2012–present |
| Genres | Observational comedy, black comedy, satire |
| Subject(s) | Estonian culture, politics, personal life, taboo topics |
| Notable works and roles | Päikesejänkud (podcast) Solo shows: Kohatu, Häbitu, Armutu |
| Website | www |
Daniel Veinbergs (born 6 May 1996) is an Estonian stand-up comedian, podcaster, and entrepreneur. He began his career with the comedy collective Comedy Estonia before co-founding Huumoriklubi (The Humour Club). He is also the co-host of the popular Estonian podcast Päikesejänkud.[1][2]
Early life and education
[edit]Daniel Veinbergs was born on 6 May 1996.[3][4] He grew up in Jõhvi before his family moved to Tallinn, where he attended a private school. He later studied journalism at the University of Tartu.[5][6]
Career
[edit]Comedy Estonia (2012–2018)
[edit]Veinbergs began performing stand-up in 2012 with Comedy Estonia, an organization founded in 2010 that was instrumental in establishing a stand-up comedy scene in the country.[1][6][7] He was a regular performer on the group's tours, including the first major Estonian-language tours, "Esimene eesti keeles" (The First in Estonian) in 2015 and 2016.[8] He also performed as a warm-up act for other comedians, such as Ott Sepp.[5] In 2018, he debuted his first full-length solo show, Kohatu (Inappropriate).[8]
Huumoriklubi and solo work (2019–present)
[edit]Veinbergs is a co-founder of Huumoriklubi (The Humour Club), a comedy collective that organizes events and tours for Estonian comedians.[1][2] Through Huumoriklubi, he has released several subsequent solo shows: Häbitu (Shameless, 2023), Armutu (Ruthless, 2024), and Rahutu (Restless, 2025).[1][9]
Veinbergs has performed internationally in countries such as Australia, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Iraq.[1] He also hosts the Estonian-language open mic night "Fopaa!" in Tallinn.[10]
Comedic style
[edit]Veinbergs's comedic style often involves personal anecdotes, social commentary, and controversial or taboo subjects.[1][5] His material has covered his upbringing, mental health, relationships, and politics.[1][11] Media outlets have sometimes referred to him as the "king of scandals" (skandaalide kuningas) for his provocative jokes.[12]
Other ventures
[edit]Podcasting
[edit]Since 2019, Veinbergs has co-hosted the weekly comedy podcast Päikesejänkud (Sunshine Bunnies) with fellow comedian Roger Andre. The podcast has produced over 230 episodes.[13]
Business interests
[edit]Veinbergs is the owner of the private limited company HÄBITU OÜ, which was registered in October 2022 and shares its name with his solo show.[3][4] He also holds a minority share in Jõhvi Tehnopark OÜ, a technology park in his hometown.[4][14]
Works
[edit]Solo comedy shows
[edit]- Kohatu (2018)
- Häbitu (2023)
- Armutu (2024)
- Rahutu (2025)
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f g "Daniel Veinbergs" (in Estonian). Huumoriklubi. Retrieved 2024-07-28.
- ^ a b Koppel, Karl (2021-09-29). "SUUR LUGU | Huumoriklubi asutajad Karl-Alari Eller ja Daniel Veinbergs: me ei karda lähtuda vaid enda maitsest". Kroonika (in Estonian). Retrieved 2024-07-28.
- ^ a b "HÄBITU OÜ (16591834) - Overview". Inforegister. Retrieved 2024-07-28.
- ^ a b c "HÄBITU OÜ". Teatmik.ee. Retrieved 2024-07-28.
- ^ a b c Koppel, Karl (2022-12-02). "Daniel Veinbergs valmistus soolotunniks kolm aastat: "Kui oled noor koomik, siis oledki läbi ja lõhki häbitu."". Õhtuleht (in Estonian). Retrieved 2024-07-28.
- ^ a b "POHMELLIPÄEV #100 | Daniel Veinbergs | Kuidas sündis nali Stalinist?". YouTube (in Estonian). POHMELLIPÄEV. 2021-02-15. Retrieved 2024-07-28.
- ^ Koppel, Karl (2017-11-13). "Comedy Estonia asutaja Louis Zezeran: eestlased on ausad ja otsekohesed, see sobib stand-up'iks suurepäraselt". Kroonika (in Estonian). Retrieved 2024-07-28.
- ^ a b "Tour History". Comedy Estonia. Retrieved 2024-07-28.
- ^ "Daniel Veinbergs - Armutu" (in Estonian). Huumoriklubi. Retrieved 2024-07-28.
- ^ "Estonian stand-up night Fopaa!". Visit Tallinn. Retrieved 2024-07-28.
- ^ Kultuur, Delfi (2022-10-27). "Erisaade | Daniel Veinbergs: mulle meeldib, kui saalis on vaikus ja pinge, see on hea koht, kust nalja edasi teha". Delfi TV (in Estonian). Retrieved 2024-07-28.
- ^ Toomemets, Katri (2022-10-27). ""Skandaalide kuningas" Daniel Veinbergs kibeles intervjuu ajal pulti, et oma räinderohtu esitleda". sky.ee (in Estonian). Retrieved 2024-07-28.
- ^ "Päikesejänkud" (in Estonian). Päikesejänkud. Retrieved 2024-07-28.
- ^ "JÕHVI TEHNOPARK OÜ (11185521) - Shareholding". Storybook. Retrieved 2024-07-28.