Rudi Carrell (19 December 1934, Alkmaar, Netherlands — 7 July 2006, Bremen, Germany), born Rudolf Wijbrand Kesselaar, was a German entertainer of Dutch origin. Along with famous entertainers such as Johannes Heesters and Sylvie van der Vaart, Carrell was one of the most successful Dutch personalities active in Germany.

He worked as a television entertainer and hosted his own show. The Rudi Carrell Show ran first in the Netherlands, then in Germany for many years. Carrell was also a singer with a number of hits, and acted in several movies.