Anne Hirsch has made an indelible mark on South Africa's entertainment scene, blending her comedic flair with a warm, charismatic stage presence. Raised in Bloemfontein and fluent in both Afrikaans and English, Anne graduated with a degree in Drama from Stellenbosch University and later completed her Honours and Masters degrees in Theatre and Performance from the University of Cape Town, specialising in comic performance. Her talent was quickly recognised when she won SABC’s So You Think You’re Funny in 2009, a milestone that launched her into the national spotlight. Since then, she has been an in-demand MC, having hosted prestigious events such as the YOU Spectacular Awards and Bookmarks Digital Awards.

Anne’s media contributions extend beyond the stage. Her acclaimed The Anne Hirsch Show, South Africa’s first local online talk show, has amassed over a million views and is widely regarded as a trailblazer in online media. With a sharp humor that has charmed audiences across platforms, she has also hosted The Great South African Bake Off on BBC Lifestyle and launched her own radio version of the show on JacarandaFM, earning her a nomination for the MTN Radio Awards. Anne’s satire shines through in her writing, having contributed to ZANEWS, where her work won her a SAFTA for Best Comedy Writing. Notably, her role as the face of Takealot’s 2023 load-shedding campaign demonstrated her adaptability and wit, drawing over 3 million views and earning her a DSTV Content Creator Award nomination.

Anne’s vibrant career has earned her recognition as one of Glamour Magazine’s “Women of the Year” and Cosmopolitan’s “Awesome Women.” Known for her unique comedic voice, she continues to push boundaries in South African media, bringing humour, insight, and a distinct style to every project she undertakes.