Karim Leklou Biography: Height, Parents, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Awards, Movies, Wife, Children

Karim Leklou is a French actor celebrated for his raw, versatile performances in both auteur cinema and mainstream projects.

Born to Algerian and Breton parents in a Paris suburb, he discovered his passion for film watching Spike Lee’s Do the Right Thing at age 10.

Profile

• Full Name: Karim Leklou
• Stage Name: Karim Leklou
• Born: June 20, 1982
• Age: 43 years old
• Birthplace: Sèvres, Hauts-de-Seine, France
• Nationality: French (Algerian-Breton descent)
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 178 cm
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. Leklou, Mrs. Leklou
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 million to $2 million

Early Life and Education

Karim Leklou was born on June 20, 1982, in Sèvres, Hauts-de-Seine, France, and grew up in Saint-Cyr-l’École, Yvelines. His father, an Algerian immigrant, worked as a storekeeper for a machine-tool manufacturer, and his mother, of Breton descent, was a receptionist. His ethnicity is mixed (Algerian-Breton), and his religion is not disclosed.

A studious student, he earned a baccalauréat STT (sciences and technologies of management), followed by a BTS in sales and a professional license in technology. While working odd jobs in telemarketing and hospitality, he pursued acting, landing his first role without formal training.

Career

Karim’s career began with a small role as a detainee in Jacques Audiard’s A Prophet (2009), alongside Tahar Rahim. In 2010, he appeared in Sans queue ni tête with Isabelle Huppert. His visibility grew in 2011 with roles in Les Géants by Bouli Lanners and La Source des femmes by Radu Mihaileanu, both presented at Cannes, which earned him a spot among the Talents Cannes Adami.

In 2013, his lead role in the medium-length film Marseille la nuit won him Best Actor awards at festivals in Angers and Pantin. In 2015, he starred as a troubled scrap dealer’s son in Coup de chaud and as an anarchist in Les Anarchistes, alongside Tahar Rahim and Adèle Exarchopoulos. His role in The World Is Yours (2018), directed by Romain Gavras, earned him a César nomination for Most Promising Actor. On television, he shone as a forensic doctor in Hippocrate (2018, 2021).

Notable film roles include The Stronghold (2020), For My Country (2022), Sons of Ramses (2022), Vincent Must Die (2023), and Beating Hearts (2024). His lead role in Jim’s Story (2024) by the Larrieu brothers won him the César for Best Actor in 2025. Upcoming projects include L’Accident de piano (2025).

Awards & Nominations

• César Award for Best Actor (2025) – Won for Jim’s Story
• César Award for Most Promising Actor (2019) – Nominated for The World Is Yours
• Best Actor, Premiers Plans Festival d’Angers (2014) – Won for Marseille la nuit
• Best Actor, Côté Court Festival de Pantin (2014) – Won for Marseille la nuit

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @karimleklou
• Facebook: Karim Leklou

Personal Life

Karim Leklou, 43, is single and has no children. Standing at 178 cm, he lives in Paris and keeps his personal life private. He’s passionate about cinema and football, particularly supporting Paris Saint-Germain.

Karim speaks French and likely some Arabic, reflecting his Algerian heritage. He’s described as reserved but dedicated, often immersing himself in roles to portray complex emotions. His diverse background informs his choice of roles, favoring stories that explore social and human struggles.

Net Worth

Karim Leklou’s estimated net worth is between $1 million and $2 million. His income comes from acting in films and TV series, with significant earnings from high-profile projects like Hippocrate, The World Is Yours, and Jim’s Story. His César win and consistent work in French cinema boost his financial success.

Filmography

• A Prophet (2009) – Muslim in Corridor
• Sans queue ni tête (2010) – Bruno
• Les Géants (2011) – Supporting Role
• La Source des femmes (2011) – Supporting Role
• Marseille la nuit (2013, Medium-Length Film) – Lead Role
• Suzanne (2013) – Supporting Role
• Les Anarchistes (2015) – Virgilio Breva
• Coup de chaud (2015) – Josef Bousou
• Sous X (2015) – Educator
• Réparer les vivants (2016) – Supporting Role
• Si tu voyais son cœur (2017) – Michel
• The World Is Yours (2018) – Farés
• Joueurs (2018) – Supporting Role
• The Stronghold (BAC Nord) (2020) – Yass
• La Troisième Guerre (2021) – Hicham
• For My Country (Pour la France) (2022) – Ismaël
• Sons of Ramses (Goutte d’or) (2022) – Ramsès
• Vincent Must Die (2023) – Vincent
• Time Out (2023) – Julien Delaunay
• Jim’s Story (Le Roman de Jim) (2024) – Lead Role
• Beating Hearts (L’amour ouf) (2024) – Anthony Bonnard
• L’Accident de piano (2025, Post-production) – Supporting Role