Merol
Biography
Merol, born Merel Catharina Baldé on February 10, 1991, in Dordrecht, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands, is a Dutch singer, songwriter, and actress also known by the stage name MEROL, which is stylized in all caps. She rose to fame following the release of her singles Lekker met de meiden in 2018 and Hou je bek en bef me in 2019. In her entertainment career, she is known for her work in acting and music. Her credits include appearances in All You Need Is Love, Flikken Maastricht, Drag Race Holland, De Slimste Mens ter Wereld, De Avondshow met Arjen Lubach, Dit Was Het Nieuws, Even tot Hier, and De Ideale Wereld.
Career overview
Merel Baldé, better known by the stage name Merol and stylized in all caps as MEROL, is a Dutch singer, songwriter, and actress. Born on February 10, 1991, in Dordrecht, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands, she rose to fame with the release of the singles Lekker met de meiden in 2018 and Hou je bek en bef me in 2019.
In addition to her music career, Merol is known for her work as an actor. Her credits span television and film productions. Some of her work includes appearances in All You Need Is Love, Flikken Maastricht, Drag Race Holland, De Slimste Mens ter Wereld, De Avondshow met Arjen Lubach, Dit Was Het Nieuws, Even tot Hier, and De Ideale Wereld. Across her professional pursuits, she has accumulated numerous known credits in the entertainment industry as both an actor and a music contributor.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
22 titles- Wende: Vrijplaats (2025)
- Ik vraag het aan (2024) as Self - Singer
- Popquiz Oranje (2024) as Self
- Ender offline (2024) as Self
- Wende's Vrijplaats: The Making of (2024)
- Thrift you up (2023) as Self
- De Avondshow met Arjen Lubach (2022) as Self
- De dag van vandaag (2022) as Self
- Oh My Night (2022) as Merel Baldé
- Oh My Night (2022) Music
- Merol Live at Pukkelpop (2022)
- Drag Race Holland (2020) as Self - Guest Judge
- Even tot Hier (2019)
- Lekker met Merol (2019) as Self
- Praat Nederlands Met Me (2018)
- All You Need Is Love (2018) as Stephanie
- Vrede op Aarde (2017)
- De Ideale Wereld (2013) as Self - Guest
- Flikken Maastricht (2007) as Julia Swaans
- De Slimste Mens ter Wereld (2003) as Self - Participant
- Dit Was Het Nieuws (1996) as Self
- Eurosong (1956) as Self - Juror
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Merol best known for?
Merol is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including De Ideale Wereld (2013), Flikken Maastricht (2007), Dude Duck (1951), The Love Bug (1997).
When and where was Merol born?
Merol was born on February 10, 1991 in Dordrecht, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands.
How many credits does Merol have?
Merol has accumulated over 22 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1956 to 2025.
What is Merol's background in cinema and television?
Merol, born Merel Catharina Baldé on February 10, 1991, in Dordrecht, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands, is a Dutch singer, songwriter, and actress also known by the stage name MEROL, which is stylized in all caps. She rose to fame following the release of her singles Lekker met de meiden in 2018 and Hou je bek en bef me in 20...
Merol by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- De Ideale Wereld (2013) as Self - Guest — aged about 22
- De Slimste Mens ter Wereld (2003) as Self - Participant — aged about 12
- Dit Was Het Nieuws (1996) as Self — aged about 5
- Flikken Maastricht (2007) as Julia Swaans — aged about 16
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