Ahmed Sylla
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- March 10, 1990 in Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, France
- Active Years
- 1976–2026 (51 Years)
- Total Credits
- 73 credits in database
Biography
Ahmed Sylla is a French comedian and actor born on March 10, 1990, in Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, France. He is known for his work in the film industry, with a focus on comedy. Sylla's family originates from Senegal, and he was motivated to pursue theatre and comedy by his family. He draws inspiration from various comedians, including Louis de Funès, Raymond Devos, Coluche, Michel Courtemanche, and Jim Carrey. Sylla has performed in prestigious concert halls, such as the Casino de Paris and the Bobino theatre, and has appeared in several films, including Jamel comedy club, Ahmed Sylla : Avec un grand A, and L'ascension.
Career overview
Ahmed Sylla is a French comedian and actor. He has been involved in various projects throughout his career. Sylla's acting credits include roles in films such as The Climb, which received acclaim in 2017.
Sylla's career in the entertainment industry began with his interest in theatre and comedy, which was encouraged by his family. He has mentioned being inspired by leading French figures such as Louis de Funès, Raymond Devos, and Coluche, as well as Canadian artists like Michel Courtemanche and Jim Carrey.
Ahmed Sylla has performed in various concert halls, including the Casino de Paris and the Bobino theatre, as part of the Samba Show in 2010. He has also been involved in other projects, including films such as Jamel comedy club, Ahmed Sylla : Avec un grand A, and L'ascension.
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Full Filmography
73 titles- L'Infiltrée (2026) as Maxime / Lupita
- L'Infiltrée (2026) Director
- L'Infiltrée (2026) Co-Writer
- Booder fête ses 20 ans (2025) as Self
- Liars Club (2025) as Self
- Rendez-vous chez Cyril Lignac (2025)
- Ahmed Sylla - Origami (2025)
- Ahmed Sylla - Origami (2025) Writer
- Cerfa (2025)
- Here and There (2024) as Sékou
- Super Papa (2024) as Tom
- Like a Prince (2024) as Souleyman
- Les duos impossibles de Jérémy Ferrari : 10ème édition (2024) as Self
- Faut Voir - L'Hebdo cinéma (2023) as Self - Guest
- Beau geste (2023) as Self
- LOL: Last One Laughing... or Screaming France (2023) as Self
- The Lulus (2023) as Moussa
- Our Tiny Little Wedding (2023) as Max
- Jackpot (2023) Director
- Quelle époque ! (2022) as Self - Guest
- The Unexpected Getaway (2022) as Self
- Hot Ones (2022) as Self - Guest
- Mother and Son (2022) as Ernest (adult)
- The Nannies (2022) as Edouard
- Drôles de familles (2022) as Self
- Les Héros de notre enfance (2022) as Self
- Abdoul fait son cinéma (2022) as Self - Guest
- À la folie (2022) as Inspecteur Noé Labidi
- Visual Suspect (2022) as Self - Guest
- The Grand Restaurant IV (2022)
- Two Of A Kind (2022) as Anthony Girard
- Tous Inconnus (2022) as ("Ça te barbera" segment)
- That's My Jam France (2022) as Self - Guest
- Classico (2022) as Sami
- LOL : Qui rit, sort ! (2021) as Self
- One Night in Paris (2021) as Self
- Canal+ Replay (2021) as Kaïra Shopping
- Les seigneurs du château (2021) as Self
- Until Dawn (2020) as Self
- Le Morning Night (2020) as Self - Guest
- Simply Black (2020) as Sékou dans Black Love
- District Z (2020) as Self
- Kemps (2019) as Self
- A Very Bad Friend (2019) as Mika
- Poulpovision (2019) as Self
- The Fool (2019) as Ernest Rédiop
- Ahmed Sylla - Différent (2019) as Self
- Ahmed Sylla - Différent (2019) Writer
- Nos terres inconnues (2018) as Self
- The Secret Song (2018) as Self
- Bonsoir ! (2018) as Self - Guest
- Access (2018) as Yanis Traore
- 3615 code Arthur et Jarry (2018) as Self - Guest
- Chacun pour tous (2018) as Stan
- Jamel et ses amis au Marrakech du rire 2018 (2018) as Self
- The Climb (2017) as Samy Diakhaté
- Diversion (2017) as Self
- Le Saturday Night Live (2017) as Self
- Les duos impossibles de Jérémy Ferrari : 4ème édition (2017) as Self
- Amanda (2016) as Self
- Ahmed Sylla - Avec un grand A (2016) as Self
- Ahmed Sylla - Avec un grand A (2016) Author
- Jamel et ses amis au Marrakech du rire 2016 (2016) as Self
- Top Gear France (2015) as Self - Guest
- 4 par 3 (2015)
- Chez Ramzi (2015) as Ramzi
- Goal of the Dead (2014) as Idriss Diago
- Clique (2013) as Self - Guest
- Vendredi, tout est permis (2011) as Self
- Alice Nevers, le juge est une femme (2002) as Noah Diacouné
- NRJ Music Awards (2000) as Self - Handing over
- Télématin (1985) as Self
- Cérémonie des César (1976) as Self - Presenter
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ahmed Sylla best known for?
Ahmed Sylla is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Beau geste (2023), One Night in Paris (2021), Simply Black (2020), The Greatest Miracle (2011).
When and where was Ahmed Sylla born?
Ahmed Sylla was born on March 10, 1990 in Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, France.
How many credits does Ahmed Sylla have?
Ahmed Sylla has accumulated over 73 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1976 to 2026.
What is Ahmed Sylla's background in cinema and television?
Ahmed Sylla is a French comedian and actor born on March 10, 1990, in Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, France. He is known for his work in the film industry, with a focus on comedy. Sylla's family originates from Senegal, and he was motivated to pursue theatre and comedy by his family. He draws inspiration from various comedi...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Climb (2017) as Samy Diakhaté — aged about 27
- A Very Bad Friend (2019) as Mika — aged about 29
- Simply Black (2020) as Sékou dans Black Love — aged about 30
- Télématin (1985) as Self — aged about 4
- One Night in Paris (2021) as Self — aged about 31
- Alice Nevers, le juge est une femme (2002) as Noah Diacouné — aged about 12
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