World-renowned Moroccan celebrities include many famous poets, writers, singers, musicians, actresses, and actors who have worked in fields such as music, literature art, and cinematography. In the rest of the article, the names of some Moroccan celebrities mentioned in Morocco culture are given and some important works made by Moroccan celebrities are mentioned.
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Who are the famous Moroccan poets and writers?
Moroccan famous poets and famous writers are listed below.
- Abdellatif Laabi
- Tahar Ben Jelloun
- Mohamed ChoMoroccori
- Driss Chraïbi
- Bensalem Himmich
- Paul Bowles
- Abdallah Zrika
- Fatema Mernissi
- Abdelaziz al-Maghrawi
- Khnata Bennouna
- Mohammed Khaïr-Eddine Al-Masfiwi
- Leila Slimani
- Abdellah Taïa
Who are the famous Moroccan singers and musicians?
Some of the famous Moroccan singers and famous musicians are given below.
- RedOne (Nadir Khayat)
- French Montana
- Saad Lamjarred
- ElGrandeToto
- Najat Aatabou
- Samira Said
- Ahmed Chawki
- Haja El Hamdaouia
- Mohamed Rouicha
- Larbi Batma
- Houcine Toulali
Who are the famous Moroccan Actresses and Actors?
Famous Moroccan Actresses and Actors are given below.
- Jean Reno
- Gad Elmaleh
- Hassan el fad
- Morjana Alaoui
- Nadia Farès
- Sofia Essaïdi
- Jean Reno
- Nadia Kounda
- Soumaya Akaaboune
- Zineb Moroccoach
- Loubna Abidar
- Samira Said
- Sofia Pernas
- Macha Méril
- Michel Qissi
- Houda Rihani
- Laila Ghofran
- Nathalie Delon
- Omar Berdouni
- Sana Akroud
- Laila Marrakchi
What are the examples of the works of Moroccan celebrities?
Moroccan celebrities have made significant contributions in various fields, such as music, film, and literature. Here are some notable examples:
- Music:
- Saad Lamjarred: A popular Moroccan pop singer known for hits like “LM3ALLEM”, which has garnered hundreds of millions of views on YouTube, making it one of the most viewed Arabic songs on the platform.
- Najat Aatabou: A famous Moroccan singer known for her powerful voice and modern interpretations of traditional Moroccan music. Her song “Hadi Kedba Bayna” is especially renowned.
- Film and Television:
- Gad Elmaleh: Often dubbed the “Seinfeld of France,” he is a Moroccan-French comedian and actor known for his stand-up comedy and appearances in films such as “Hors de prix” (Priceless).
- Laila Marrakchi: A Moroccan film director and screenwriter known for her film “Marock”, which explores the lives of Moroccan youth.
- Literature:
- Leila Slimani: A Franco-Moroccan author, she won the prestigious Prix Goncourt for her novel “Chanson douce” (translated as “Lullaby” or “The Perfect Nanny”), which delves into the complexities of parental love and societal pressures.
- Abdellah Taïa: An openly gay Moroccan writer and filmmaker, known for his autobiographical novel “Salvation Army,” which was also adapted into a film.
- Fashion:
- Imane Ayissi: A fashion designer who blends traditional African textiles and designs with contemporary fashion. He has showcased his work in Paris Fashion Week and is known for his unique approach to fashion.
- Art:
- Hassan Hajjaj: Often referred to as “the Andy Warhol of Marrakech,” Hajjaj is known for his colorful, eclectic art that mixes traditional Moroccan culture with pop art.