French Career
Sammy’s French career has also taken off at lightning speed. In 2007 he made a remarkable TV appearance at “Le Show Raisonnable” which garnered rave reviews. Then in 2009, he made headlines and front pages all over the country for a new appearance at the French edition of the Just for Laughs Festival. His point of view at Quebec politics and culture from the perspective of a minority earned him a standing ovation and “The Revelation of the Year” award. In 2010 he made headlines again by presenting an award alongside Quebec political leader Pauline Marois. He teased her incessantly about sovereignty and the language debate.
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