Izïa Higelin
Biography
Izïa Higelin, known by her stage name Izia, is a French rock singer, guitarist, and actress. She was born in Paris, France, on September 24, 1990. She comes from a family of artists, born to Jacques Higelin, a famous French singer, and Aziza Zakine, a dancer and chorist. Her family includes her two half-brothers, Arthur H and Kên Higelin. Influenced by music from an early age, she was introduced to jazz and British pop music by her father, and at the age of seven, she formed a duo with him in which she provided the vocals while he played the piano. Her musical career includes the 2019 release of her album Citadelle. Her professional credits include acting in the film and television industry.
Career overview
Izïa Higelin, also known by the stage name Izia, is a French actress, rock singer, and guitarist born in Paris on September 24, 1990. She comes from a family of artists. Her father was Jacques Higelin, a famous French singer of Belgian and Alsatian descent, and her mother was Aziza Zakine, a dancer and chorist of Tunisian descent. Her two half-brothers are Arthur H and Kên Higelin. Influenced by music from an early age, her father introduced her to jazz and British pop music, and at the age of seven she formed a duo with him where she provided the vocals while he played piano.
Alongside her musical career, which includes the 2019 album Citadelle, she is credited for her work in acting. Her filmography and acting credits are recognized across various film databases, including The Movie Database and Rotten Tomatoes, reflecting her presence in both film and television.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
24 titles- Unsubmissives (2025) as Hélène
- Juliette in Spring (2024) as Juliette
- Beau geste (2023) as Self
- On the Wandering Paths (2023) as Céline, la sœur de Pierre
- Hot Ones (2022) as Self - Guest
- The Takedown (2022) as Alice
- Cherchez la femme ! (2022) as (voice)
- Softie (2022) as Nora
- Izïa - Rock en Seine 2022 (2022) as Self
- Saddle Up For Revenge (2021) as Debby Harper
- Le festival des festivals (2020) as Self
- Up the Mountain (2019) as Bérénice
- One Nation, One King (2018) as Margot
- Rodin (2017) as Camille Claudel
- Serge le Mytho (2016) as Ingrid
- Saint Amour (2016) as L'ex de Bruno
- Mune: Guardian of the Moon (2015) as Glim (voice)
- Summertime (2015) as Delphine
- Samba (2014) as Manu
- What's Your Job Daddy? (2014) as Self
- Bad Girl (2012) as Louise
- La chanson de l'année (2004) as Self
- Victoires de la musique (1985) as Self
- Maternité
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Izïa Higelin best known for?
Izïa Higelin is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Beau geste (2023), The Takedown (2022), Mune: Guardian of the Moon (2015), Summertime (2015).
When and where was Izïa Higelin born?
Izïa Higelin was born on September 24, 1990 in Paris, France.
How many credits does Izïa Higelin have?
Izïa Higelin has accumulated over 24 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1985 to 2025.
What is Izïa Higelin's background in cinema and television?
Izïa Higelin, known by her stage name Izia, is a French rock singer, guitarist, and actress. She was born in Paris, France, on September 24, 1990. She comes from a family of artists, born to Jacques Higelin, a famous French singer, and Aziza Zakine, a dancer and chorist. Her family includes her two half-brothers, Arthu...
Izïa Higelin by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Mune: Guardian of the Moon (2015) as Glim (voice) — aged about 24
- Summertime (2015) as Delphine — aged about 24
- Samba (2014) as Manu — aged about 23
- The Takedown (2022) as Alice — aged about 31
- Victoires de la musique (1985) as Self — aged about 5
- Beau geste (2023) as Self — aged about 32
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