Santo Cilauro Biography: Movies & TV Shows, Instagram, Net Worth, Songs, Children, Height, Age, Wife, Awards

Santo Luigi Cilauro (born November 25, 1961) is an Australian comedian, actor, screenwriter, television producer, and co-founder of the renowned comedy group Working Dog Productions.

Known for his sharp wit, satirical humor, and versatility across media, Cilauro gained national fame through iconic TV programs like The D-Generation, The Late Show, and Frontline.

As a writer and producer, he has contributed to some of Australia’s most influential comedy projects, including The Castle and The Dish.

Profile

• Full Name: Santo Luigi Cilauro
• Stage Name: Santo Cilauro
• Born: November 25, 1961
• Age: 64 years old
• Birthplace: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
• Nationality: Australian
• Occupation: Comedian, Television Producer, Screenwriter, Actor
• Height: 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm)
• Parents: Vito Cilauro
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: Oscar Cilauro
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $3 million

Early Life and Education

Santo Cilauro was born on November 25, 1961, in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. He is 63 years old. His father, Vito Cilauro, was a respected Italian-born author and academic. Santo is of Italian descent, and he was raised in a culturally rich, Catholic household.

He studied at the University of Melbourne, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws.

It was during his university years that he began collaborating with fellow comedians Rob Sitch and Tom Gleisner, with whom he would later form the foundation of his career.

Career

Santo Cilauro‘s career took off in the mid-1980s when he co-created The D-Generation, a hit radio and TV sketch show that helped redefine Australian comedy.

Alongside Rob Sitch, Tom Gleisner, and Jane Kennedy, he became a founding member of Working Dog Productions, one of the most influential comedy groups in the country.

He wrote, produced, and performed in several iconic television shows, including The Late Show, Frontline, The Panel, and Thank God You’re Here. Frontline, in particular, became a standout for its satirical take on current affairs journalism, with Santo playing the role of the tightly wound producer Geoffrey Salter.

As a screenwriter and producer, he helped create two of Australia’s most beloved films — The Castle and The Dish — both of which achieved critical and commercial success and became part of Australian pop culture.

Santo is also known internationally for his parody character Zladko “ZLAD!” Vladcik, a fictional Moldovan pop singer, which went viral on early YouTube.

In addition, he has worked on the SBS comedy series Santo, Sam and Ed’s Cup Fever! and other sports satire shows.

His work often blends political satire, observational comedy, and absurdism — making him one of the most distinctive comedic voices in Australia.

Awards and Nominations

• Winner of multiple AFI Awards and Logie Awards as part of Working Dog Productions
• Recipient of the Australian Writers’ Guild Award for Best Script
• Honored with ARIA nominations for musical comedy releases under the “ZLAD!” character
• Recognition from the Australian Comedy Hall of Fame as part of The D-Generation and Working Dog

Personal Life

Australian comedian, actor, screenwriter, television producer, and co-founder of the renowned comedy group Working Dog Productions Santo Cilauro is currently married to his long time partner whose name is not widely available, the couple has a son together, Oscar Cilauro.

Regarding his height, Santo Cilauro stands at 5 feet 9 inches tall which is approximately (175 cm).

There is no available information about any of his previous romantic relationships before his marriage.

Filmography

Television & Film:

• The D-Generation (1986–1989) – Writer/Performer
• The Late Show (1992–1993) – Writer/Performer
• Frontline (1994–1997) – Actor (Geoffrey Salter), Writer
• The Panel (1998–2004) – Co-creator
• Thank God You’re Here – Producer
• Santo, Sam and Ed’s Cup Fever!
• Santo, Sam and Ed’s Total Football
• Utopia – Producer

Film (as writer/producer):

• The Castle (1997)
• The Dish (2000)

Discography

Music (as ZLAD!):

• Elektronik Supersonik
• I Am the Anti-Pope

Net Worth

Santo Cilauro‘s estimated net worth is $3 million. His wealth comes from decades of work as a writer, producer, and performer across television, film, and radio.

His co-founding of Working Dog Productions, which owns rights to some of Australia’s top media properties, has contributed significantly to his earnings. He also benefits from royalties from shows, films, and music-related satire.