Ivorian actors died in 1999

Here are 1 famous actors from Côte d’Ivoire died in 1999:

Jean-Marie Adiaffi

Jean-Marie Adiaffi (January 1, 1941 Bettié-November 15, 1999 Abidjan) also known as Jean-Marie Adé Adiaffi was an Ivorian writer, screenwriter, critic and actor.

Adiaffi was born in Bettié, a town in northeastern Ivory Coast. He studied at the University of Abidjan and later went on to teach literature there. In addition to his work as a writer, Adiaffi was a prominent figure in the Ivorian theater scene, acting in numerous productions and helping to establish several theater troupes. He also worked as a journalist and film critic, and wrote screenplays for several Ivorian films. Adiaffi is considered one of the most important figures in Ivorian literature, and his works often explore themes of national identity and the social and political issues facing Côte d'Ivoire. Some of his major works include the novels "Le Piège" and "La Carte d'identité," and the plays "La Guerre des pagodes" and "Le Jugement dernier." Adiaffi passed away in Abidjan in 1999 at the age of 58.

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