Robin Duke
Biography
Robin Duke, born on March 13, 1954, is a celebrated Canadian actress, comedian, and voice actress, renowned for her contributions to the world of comedy. She gained significant recognition for her performances on the iconic sketch comedy series SCTV and later became a familiar face on Saturday Night Live, where her comedic talents shone through.
In addition to her television work, Duke is a co-founder of the sketch comedy group Women Fully Clothed, which has delighted audiences across Canada with its innovative and relatable humor. Her versatility as a performer is further highlighted by her recurring role as Wendy Kurtz in the critically acclaimed sitcom Schitt's Creek, a series that has garnered a devoted following and numerous accolades.
Beyond her performance career, Duke is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of writers and comedians as a faculty member at Humber College in Toronto. Her commitment to education and the arts reflects her passion for storytelling and her desire to inspire others in the creative field. With a career spanning several decades, Robin Duke continues to leave an indelible mark on Canadian comedy and entertainment.
Filmography
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Rocky Road
2014 • Fiona Draper
Saturday Night Live: The Best of Eddie Murphy
1998 • Self (archive footage)
Quints
2000 • Fiona
Club Paradise
1986
Blue Monkey
1987 • Sandra Baker
Groundhog Day
1993 • Doris the Waitress
Shelved
2023 • Unhoused Wendy Brown
Atomic Betty
2004