Belgian actors who were born in 1978
Here are 6 famous actors from Belgium were born in 1978:
Tim Driesen
Tim Driesen (June 22, 1978 Antwerp-) is a Belgian singer-songwriter, actor, pianist, composer and dancer.
He is best known for touring with the Belgian symphonic rock/metal band, Within Temptation, as a backing vocalist and keyboardist. Driesen has also worked with other well-known musicians such as Anastacia, Ozark Henry, and Arid. He has released several solo albums, including "A Warm Embrace" and "Here and Now", and has performed in numerous musicals, such as "Beauty and the Beast" and "The Phantom of the Opera". In addition to his music career, Driesen has acted in various television shows and films, including the Belgian soap opera "Familie" and the movie "De Hel van Tanger". He is also a trained ballet dancer and has performed with the Royal Ballet of Flanders.
Felix D'Alviella
Felix D'Alviella (September 30, 1978 Teaneck-) otherwise known as Felix D'Aviella is a Belgian actor.
He is best known for his roles in the films "The Broken Circle Breakdown" and "Raw", as well as the TV series "The Team" and "The Spiral". D'Alviella initially pursued a career in law, but after completing his studies, he decided to pursue his passion for acting. He trained at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York City and then began working in the Belgian and international film and television industry. In addition to acting, D'Alviella is also a screenwriter and producer, having worked on several film projects both in Belgium and internationally. He is known for his versatile acting skills and his ability to bring depth and complexity to his characters.
Bregje Provo
Bregje Provo (July 14, 1978 Ghent-) is a Belgian actor.
She is best known for her performances in theater productions and television series. Provo graduated from the drama school Studio Herman Teirlinck in 2002, and made her stage debut in the production of "The Game of Love and Chance" at the Royal Flemish Theatre in Brussels. She has since appeared in numerous theatrical productions, including "Romeo and Juliet", "Hamlet", and "The Taming of the Shrew". In addition to her work in theater, Provo has also appeared in several popular television series, such as "Flikken" and "Witse". With her talent and dedication to her craft, she has become a well-respected figure in the Belgian entertainment industry.
Christophe Haddad
Christophe Haddad (October 24, 1978 Wilrijk-) a.k.a. Christophe St. Jacques is a Belgian actor.
He is best known for his roles in various Belgian and French TV series, including "Salamander" and "Fais pas ci, fais pas ça." Haddad started his acting career in theater before transitioning to television and film. He also had supporting roles in movies such as "Le Fidèle" and "L'Economie du Couple." In addition to his acting work, Haddad is a musician and has released several albums. He is also fluent in several languages including French, Dutch, and English.
Baloji
Baloji (September 12, 1978 Lubumbashi-) a.k.a. MC Balo, Balo, Serge Mc or Serge Tshiani is a Belgian actor, singer and songwriter.
He was born in Congo and moved to Belgium at a young age. Baloji first gained prominence as a member of the hip hop group Starflam in the early 2000s. Later, he embarked on a successful solo career, releasing several critically acclaimed albums that blend hip hop, funk, and African rhythms.
He is also known for his work as a filmmaker and visual artist, often incorporating his multimedia talents into his live performances. In addition, Baloji has been a vocal advocate for social justice and immigrant rights, using his platform to highlight issues affecting the African diaspora in Europe and beyond. His music and activism have earned him numerous accolades, including the Belgian Music Industry Award for Best Urban Album in 2012.
Stefaan Degand
Stefaan Degand (October 13, 1978 Wevelgem-) is a Belgian actor.
He studied acting at the Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht in the Netherlands and made his debut in the film "Drift" in 2013. Degand is best known for his role in the 2015 film "The Ardennes", which earned him a nomination for Best Actor at the Magritte Awards. He has also appeared in several television series and films, including "Tabula Rasa" and "De Twaalf". In addition to his acting career, Degand is also a comedian and has performed on various stand-up comedy stages in Belgium and the Netherlands.