Nawell Madani Biography: Pictures, Husband, Child, Films, Net Worth, Age, Height, Parents, Siblings

Nawell Madani is a hilarious and bold Belgian comedian, actress, and presenter with Algerian roots.

Born in Watermael-Boitsfort, she brings her unique humour and energy to stages and screens, making Belgium and France proud with her fearless performances.

Profile

• Full Name: Nawell Madani
• Stage Name: Nawell Madani
• Born: October 25, 1979
• Age: 45 years old
• Birthplace: Watermael-Boitsfort, Belgium
• Nationality: Belgian
• Occupation: Comedian, Actress, TV Presenter, Producer
• Height: 5’6” (168 cm)
• Religion: Islam
• Parents: Mr and Mrs Madani
• Siblings: Five siblings
• Spouse: Djebril Didier Zonga (m. 2019)
• Children: Louezna Fatima Zonga
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $3 million to $5 million

Early Life

Nawell Madani was born on October 25, 1979, in Watermael-Boitsfort, Belgium, to Mr and Mrs Madani, who had emigrated from Algeria. Her ethnicity is Algerian. She grew up following Islam, like her family.

Nawell was one of six kids, raised in a working-class home where her dad was a taxi driver and her mom was a nurse. At age two, she suffered third-degree burns in an accident, which left scars but didn’t stop her spirit.

She was a tomboy growing up, always full of energy and ready to make people laugh. Her tough childhood in Belgium shaped her bold humour, and she’s proud to carry her Algerian and Belgian roots in her work.

Education

Nawell went to school in Belgium but didn’t finish college, as she moved to Paris at 21 to chase her dream of being a dancer. In 2008, she trained at Studio Pygmalion in Paris for a few months to learn acting.

Career

Nawell started as a dancer and choreographer, moving to Paris at 21 to make it big. But she left dance after feeling disrespected, saying, “They cared more about bikinis than dance.”

She worked as a nightclub director in Antwerp for a bit before discovering theatre. In 2008, she joined Studio Pygmalion and got spotted at The Pranzo by the Jamel Comedy Club’s director.

In 2011, she joined the club as the only woman but left after six months, saying it was too competitive. She hosted Backstage on Télé Sud, interviewing stars like Rick Ross and Shaggy, and Shake Your Body on MTV with Cut Killer in 2011. In 2012, she joined Le Grand Journal as a commentator.

Her big break was her 2014 one-woman show C’est moi la plus belge, where she tackled topics like North African women’s virginity and homosexuality. She performed at Montreal’s Just for Laughs festival that year. In 2013, she started Jam’Girls, a TV show for female comedians.

Nawell also starred in and directed films like C’est tout pour moi (2017) and acted in Alibi com and Thicker Than Water. Her work keeps making Belgium and France laugh and think.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @nawell_madani

Personal Life

Nawell Madani is 45 years old and 5’6” tall, splitting her time between Paris and Belgium. She married actor Djebril Didier Zonga in 2019 after a long struggle to become a mom. They welcomed their daughter, Louezna Fatima Zonga, who’s almost three.

Nawell’s close to her family, especially her sister Nabila, who has a son with Down syndrome. They started a clothing line together and plan to create a French association to support parents of kids with Down syndrome.

Nawell loves fashion, often wearing bold red outfits, and enjoys vacations, though she once shared a funny story about feeling awkward in Ibiza. Her strong Algerian-Belgian identity and family values make her a role model in Belgium and beyond.

Net Worth

Nawell Madani has about $3 million to $5 million. She earned her money from comedy shows, acting in films like C’est tout pour moi, hosting TV programs, and producing. Her clothing line and brand deals also add to her wealth. Her success shows how her talent brings pride to Belgium and her Algerian roots.

Filmography

C’est tout pour moi (2017) – Lead role, director

Alibi com (2017) – Cynthia

Thicker Than Water (2019) – Samir’s sister

J’irai mourir dans les Carpates (2020) – Supporting role

Soixante (2020) – TV special, co-star

J’adore ce que vous faites (2022) – Supporting role

TV

Backstage (2011) – Host, Télé Sud

Shake Your Body (2011) – Co-host, MTV

Le Grand Journal (2012) – Commentator

Jam’Girls (2013) – Creator, host, Chérie 25 and Comédie

Marrakech du Rire (2014–2017) – Performer