Jeff Panacloc Biography: Net Worth, Age, Height, Parents, Siblings, Wife, Kids, Movies, Books, Awards, Pictures

Jeff Panacloc, born Damien Colcanap, is a French ventriloquist and comedian from Saint-Thibault-des-Vignes, France.

Famous for his irreverent monkey puppet, Jean-Marc, and shows like Jeff Panacloc perd le contrôle! And Jeff Panacloc Company has revitalized ventriloquism with his sharp humor.

His journey from electrician to comedy star, rooted in his French heritage, captivates audiences with its wit and charm.

Profile

• Full Name: Damien Colcanap
• Stage Name: Jeff Panacloc
• Born: September 8, 1986
• Age: 39 years old
• Birthplace: Saint-Thibault-des-Vignes, Seine-et-Marne, France
• Nationality: French
• Occupation: Ventriloquist, Comedian, Actor, Writer
• Height: 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm)
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Charlotte de Hugo
• Children: Rose Colcanap, Alice Colcanap
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $2 million to $5 million

Early Life

Jeff Panacloc was born on September 8, 1986, in Saint-Thibault-des-Vignes, Seine-et-Marne, France. His father was a bus driver, and his mother worked as a secretary, but their names are not publicly disclosed. Of French nationality and presumed Caucasian ethnicity, his religious beliefs are not documented.

Raised in the Brie region, Damien discovered performance at age nine, singing “Mon fils, ma bataille” by Daniel Balavoine on France 3’s Je passe à la télé. He joined his father at weekend gigs, animating weddings and karaoke, fostering his love for the stage.

Education

Damien attended school in Saint-Thibault-des-Vignes but left before completing his baccalauréat to pursue work. At 15, he earned a vocational diploma as an electrician, a trade he briefly practiced.

His performance education came informally through childhood gigs and a pivotal meeting with ventriloquist David Michel at 18, sparking his passion for ventriloquism. He later trained in cabarets and small venues, self-teaching the art that became his career.

Career

Damien met ventriloquist David Michel and his puppet, Nestor the Penguin, at a Parisian cabaret, inspiring him to pursue ventriloquism. Adopting the stage name Jeff Panacloc (his surname reversed), he created his signature monkey puppet, Jean-Marc, known for crude humor and catchphrases like “Il est content!” and “Salut les trouducs!” In 2009, he debuted his first show, Jeff Panacloc et Jean-Marc, at Théâtre Le Temple, where it ran for 4 months.

Spotted by Patrick Sébastien in 2011, he became a regular on Le Plus Grand Cabaret du monde (France 2). His second show, Jeff Panacloc perd le contrôle! (2012-2016), ran at La Comédie des Boulevards, Théâtre des Mathurins, and the Olympia, drawing over 400,000 spectators.

He performed at Jamel Debbouze’s Marrakech du rire in 2013 and 2014, targeting figures like François Hollande and Johnny Hallyday. In 2016, he toured the U.S., performing in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, and San Francisco, and released a documentary, Jeff Panacloc, l’extraordinaire aventure, screened in CGR cinemas.

His 2016-2017 show, Jeff Panacloc contre-attaque, introduced puppets Jacky and Nabilouche, followed by Jeff Panacloc Adventure (2021-2024) with Jean-Louche, Michel, and Christian, which ended in Ajaccio, Corsica.

His 2025 show, The Jeff Panacloc Company, features a musical parody with Victor, a 14-year-old character. TV credits include Vendredi tout est permis, Mask Singer (jury, 2019-2022), and Les Enfoirés (2016-2017).

He released singles “J’t’emmerde” (2015) and “Kiss & Love” (2014) for Sidaction. In 2023, he starred in Jeff Panacloc: In Pursuit of Jean-Marc. Despite vocal cord issues from ventriloquism, he continues touring Zénith venues.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @jeffpanacloc
• TikTok handle: @jeffpanacloc
• Facebook: Jeff Panacloc Officiel

Personal Life

Jeff, 39, resides in Paris, France, and is single following his 2021 separation from Charlotte de Hugo, his former press attaché, whom he married in 2016. They have two daughters, Rose (born 2018) and Alice (born 2020).

Standing at 5 feet 11 inches, he’s a Virgo with a lively, improvisational style. He’s engaged for animal rights, posing for PETA in 2016, and is a parrain for Wonder Augustine, supporting pediatric cancer research since 2019.

In 2023, he revealed a 7 cm shoulder tear from filming Jeff Panacloc: In Pursuit of Jean-Marc and discussed vocal strain on Quelle époque!, noting Jean-Marc’s impact on his health. He avoids significant controversies, focusing on his craft and family. His 2020 entry into Musée Grévin marks his cultural impact.

Net Worth

Jeff Panacloc’s net Worth is estimated at $2 million to $5 million. His income comes from sold-out shows (Jeff Panacloc perd le contrôle!, The Jeff Panacloc Company), TV appearances, and music releases like “J’t’emmerde.” Instagram sponsorships may earn $1,000 to $2,000 per post, per Influencer Marketing Hub.

Discography

“Kiss & Love” (2014) – Single for Sidaction, with various artists

“J’t’enmerde” (2015) – Single with Jean-Marc

“J’suis quand même beau” (2015) – Single with Jean-Marc

Filmography

Le Plus Grand Cabaret du monde (2011-present) – TV Show, Recurring Guest

Marrakech du rire (2013-2014) – TV Show, Performer

Vendredi tout est permis (2014-present) – TV Show, Guest

Ce soir, on chante (2014) – TV Show, Sketch with Pascal Obispo

Les Enfoirés (2016-2017) – TV Show, Performer

Jeff Panacloc, l’extraordinaire aventure (2016) – Documentary, Himself

Jeff Panacloc perd le contrôle! (2015) – TV Special, Himself

Jeff Panacloc contre-attaque (2019) – TV Special, Himself

Mask Singer (2019-2022) – TV Show, Jury Member

Jeff Panacloc: In Pursuit of Jean-Marc (2023) – Film, Himself