Le Chazz
Filipino comedian and television host (1977–2021)
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Richard Vargas Yuzon (May 10, 1977 – May 1, 2021), known professionally as Le Chazz, was a Filipino stand-up comedian, actor, and television host. He became widely known for his appearances in comedy programs on Philippine television and as a co-host of the game show Wowowin hosted by Willie Revillame.[1]
May 10, 1977
Le Chazz | |
|---|---|
| Born | Richard Vargas Yuzon May 10, 1977 |
| Died | May 1, 2021 (aged 43) |
| Occupations | Comedian, television host, actor |
| Years active | 2000s–2021 |
He also appeared in ABS-CBN comedy shows including Banana Split: Extra Scoop and Banana Nite.[2][unreliable source?]
Early life
Career
Le Chazz began his career performing in stand-up comedy venues and eventually transitioned to television appearances.[7][unreliable source?]
He appeared in ABS-CBN comedy shows such as Banana Split: Extra Scoop in 2011 and later in Banana Nite in 2013.[8][unreliable source?]
In 2018, he joined the cast of the GMA Network variety game show Wowowin, hosted by Willie Revillame, where he gained wider recognition as a television comedian.[9] He continued appearing on the show as co-host until 2019.[10]
His last public appearance was a return in Revillame's Wowowin as a guest in February 2021.[10]
Death
On May 1, 2021, Le Chazz was found dead inside his home in Quezon City.[4][11] According to a close friend, AJ Tamiza, Le Chazz might have died due to complication from diabetes.[3][12]
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Banana Split: Extra Scoop | Guest comedian |
| 2013 | Banana Nite | Guest |
| 2018–2019 | Wowowin | Co-host / comedian |