Dini Dimakos
Canadian stand-up comedian
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Dini Dimakos (also known as Dini Dimakos Shevchenko) is a Canadian stand-up comedian and social worker of Greek heritage.[1]
Career
Stand-up comedy
Dimakos began her stand-up comedy career in Toronto in 2002, performing one-off spots before moving on to amateur nights at Yuk Yuk's.[1] She has described her comedic style as personal, drawing material from her experiences as a single mother, dating, and her Greek family.[1]
In July 2007, Dimakos performed at Bitch Salad, a comedy show hosted by Andrew Johnston at Buddies in Bad Times Theatre in Toronto.[2]
Television
Dimakos appeared as a panelist on MuchMusic's Video on Trial.[3] She also appeared on Stars Gone Wild and Love Court.[4]
Later career
Following her entertainment career, Dimakos completed social work training and became a Registered Social Service Worker (RSSW). As of 2022[update], she works with the Hills of Headwaters Collaborative Ontario Health Team in Caledon, Ontario, providing support to healthcare workers and their families throughout Dufferin County.[5]