Urbanus: The Belgian humorist with an estate worth over 10 million euros
Urbanus
Born in 1949, Belgian artist Urbain Joseph Servranckx, better known under his stage name Urbanus, is a artistic profile diversified. In the 70s, he began his career under the pseudonym Urbanus van AnusHis artistic evolution led him to drop the suffix of his stage name, in favor of a more personalized commitment. His artistic evolution led him to drop the suffix from his stage name for a more personalized commitment, simply called Urbanus. His fortune is estimated at over 10 million euros.
Musical career and success :
- Notable albums and songs : His musical career is marked by several hits, among which "Bakske vol met stro", "Madammen met een bontjas" and "Hittentit" stand out.
- Diffusion and influence : His work has crossed borders, with the artist gaining renown in both Flanders and the Netherlands. His live-recorded shows, such as "Urbanus 10 jaar live", were a great success, with record sales.
Working with comics :
- Major publications: Urbanus is also known for his passion for comics, creating his own eponymous series as early as 1983, with an impressive catalog that continues to grow.
- Formats and derived products : In addition to the standard albums, numerous one-off editions, puzzles and even a beer inspired by the characters have been released.
Film contributions :
- Filmography : Urbanus made his mark in the film industry, writing scripts and starring in films such as "Hector" and "Koko Flanel", the latter holding the title of biggest box-office hit in Flanders for almost two decades.
- Signature voice: He also lends his distinctive voice for dubbing animated films such as "March of the Emperor" and various Disney productions.
Television presence :
- Contribution to various TV programs, such as "Genoeg Gelachen", enriching his body of work.
With a rich professional background in humor, music and drawing, Urbanus is a key player in the Belgian art scene, combining creativity with an entrepreneurial spirit. Urbain Joseph Servranckx has enjoyed a successful career, creating a net worth of €10,178,289.
