Dai Henwood

Dai Henwood

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Dai Henwood is a well-known Kiwi comedian and television personality from New Zealand, recognized for his sharp wit and engaging performances. He gained popularity through his work in stand-up comedy and as a host on various television shows, including '7 Days' and 'Dancing with the Stars NZ.' Henwood's comedic style often incorporates personal anecdotes and observational humor, resonating with a wide audience. His career took a challenging turn when he was diagnosed with metastatic bowel cancer during the COVID-19 pandemic, which he publicly shared in early 2023. Despite his health struggles, Henwood remains committed to his comedy, recently postponing his shows to focus on treatment while expressing gratitude for the support from his fans.

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Dai Henwood is a stalwart of New Zealand comedy and has been undergoing chemotherapy while continuing to perform.

Dai Henwood: Comedy, chemo and how laughter helps him face cancer
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-12-20
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Dai Henwood is part of Team Media in the Chasing The Fox event.

Chasing the Fox leaderboard: Can Ryan Fox and Daniel Hillier beat the field?
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-12-12
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Dai Henwood was diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer in 2020 and discussed his experiences on the podcast.

Mental as Anything podcast host Angie Grey on why celebrities talking about mental health helps others open up
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-10-10
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Dai Henwood is currently preparing to take 7 Days Live on its 13th national tour.

Comedian Dai Henwood forgets about cancer in the chaos of 7 Days Live
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-12
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Dai Henwood is a comedian whose shows have been postponed due to his deteriorating health from cancer.

Kiwi comedian Dai Henwood says breathing has deteriorated due to ‘tumour activity’ in lungs
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-02-24
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