Top 10 Hottest Celebrities from Algeria
Discover Algeria’s most attractive celebrities. Click on any name to reveal fascinating facts!
1
Sofia Boutella
Actress & Dancer (Kingsman, Star Trek)
- Former professional dancer who toured with Madonna and performed at the Oscars
- Started breakdancing at age 5 and was part of a French hip-hop group
- Her father is Algerian jazz musician Safy Boutella
- Speaks Arabic, French and English fluently
- Was a Nike brand ambassador before becoming an actress
2
Khaled
“The King of Raï” – International Music Star
- His song “Aïcha” became a pan-European hit in 1996
- First Arab artist to sell over 1 million albums in France
- Known for his signature cowboy hat and sunglasses look
- Has collaborated with Carlos Santana, Noa, and other international stars
- Was a judge on The Voice Arabia in 2017
3
Dany Boon
Actor & Comedian (Bienvenue chez les Ch’tis)
- France’s highest-grossing filmmaker of all time
- His mother is Algerian and father is French
- Originally wanted to be a cartoonist before discovering comedy
- His stage name “Boon” comes from a TV series he loved as a child
- Known for his charming everyman persona and expressive face
4
Zinedine Zidane
Football Legend & Real Madrid Manager
- Parents emigrated from Algeria to France before he was born
- Named FIFA World Player of the Year three times
- His iconic headbutt in the 2006 World Cup final became legendary
- Known for his elegant playing style and exceptional ball control
- First coach to win three consecutive Champions League titles
5
Lyna Khoudri
Actress (The French Dispatch, Houria)
- Won the César Award for Most Promising Actress in 2020
- Born and raised in Algiers before moving to Paris
- Known for her striking features and intense screen presence
- Appeared in Wes Anderson’s “The French Dispatch”
- Passionate about women’s rights in the Arab world
6
Cheb Mami
Raï Singer “The Prince of Raï”
- Collaborated with Sting on the hit song “Desert Rose”
- Pioneered the “raï” style that blends traditional Algerian music with modern sounds
- Known for his distinctive high-pitched voice
- Performs barefoot as a tribute to his humble beginnings
- His concerts often last 4+ hours due to fan enthusiasm
7
Assia Djebar
Writer & Filmmaker (Nobel Prize Nominee)
- First Algerian woman admitted to the prestigious École Normale Supérieure
- Wrote about women’s experiences in post-colonial Algeria
- Her works have been translated into over 20 languages
- Elected to the Académie Française in 2005
- Known for her striking beauty and intellectual presence
8
Rachid Taha
Rock Musician (Blending Raï & Punk)
- His cover of “Ya Rayah” became an international hit
- Blended traditional Algerian music with punk rock energy
- Known for his wild stage performances and rebellious image
- Worked in a factory before becoming a musician
- His music was featured in several Hollywood films
9
Souad Massi
Singer-Songwriter (Folk/World Music)
- Broke barriers as a female musician in Algeria’s conservative society
- Blends Algerian folk with flamenco, country and bossa nova
- Her debut album went platinum in France
- Known for her poetic lyrics and soulful voice
- Performs in Arabic, French and sometimes Kabyle
10
Faudel
Raï Pop Singer “The Little Prince of Raï”
- Became famous at age 16 with his hit “Tellement N’Brick”
- Worked with Khaled and Rachid Taha in the supergroup “1,2,3 Soleils”
- Known for his boyish charm and smooth vocals
- His music blends raï with contemporary pop sounds
- Has acted in several French films and TV shows