Kendji

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

0.4973

Gender

Male

Birthday

03-Jul-1996

Age

(30 years old)

Place of Birth

Périgueux, Dordogne, France

Also Known As
  • Kendji Girac
  • Kendji Maillé

Kendji

Biography

Kendji "Girac" Jason Maillié (born 3 July 1996), also known mononymously as Kendji, is a French singer and guitarist. He is the winner of Season 3 of the music competition The Voice: la plus belle voix as part of Team Mika. He has released three studio albums, Kendji, Ensemble and Amigo as well as a string of hit singles. The youngest of a Catalan Gitano family, Kendji grew up in Saint-Astier and was taught to play the guitar and sing by his grandfather. He left school at 16 to follow the family business as an arborist. He speaks Catalan with his parents. He gained some fame through publishing materials online. His Romanes version of "Bella" by Maître Gims filmed by a friend went viral. His video garnered 5.8 million views.[4] Another popular song he uploaded was "Si j'étais président" a cover of Gérard Lenorman. For season 3 of The Voice: la plus belle voix, he auditioned with the song "Bella" by Maître Gims in the second episode of season 3 broadcast on January 18, with only judge Mika turning his chair, whereas the three others, Florent Pagny, Jenifer and Garou refrained. In the Musical Battles Round broadcast on 8 March 2014, Mika put him against Youness both singing "Tous les mêmes" by Stromae. Kendji moved to "L'épreuve ultime" round where he performed "Hotel California by The Eagles in the 29 March 2014 emission. In the live rounds he performed "Ma philosophie" by Amel Bent (5 April 2014), "Mad World" from Tears for Fears (19 April 2014) and "Allumer le feu" by Johnny Hallyday (19 April 2014). In the semi-final on 3 May 2014 he sang "Belle" by Garou and Daniel Lavoie qualifying for the finals as Team Mika's finalist. In the final broadcast on Final, on 10 May 2014, he sang "Amor de mis amores" / "Volare" by Gipsy Kings, "Temps à nouveau" by Jean-Louis Aubert and "L'Aigle noir" by Barbara. He won The Voice title for season 3 with 51% of the public vote against 21% for runner up Maximilien Philippe, with Amir Haddad finishing third with 18% and Wesley with only 10% fourth. His first official single the bilingual French/Spanish "Color Gitano", which was released in June 2014 from his eponymous EP, followed by his official album release in September. In December 2014, he won two NRJ Music Awards for Francophone Breakthrough of the Year and "Color Gitano" as Francophone Song of the Year. His album Kendji sold 600,000 copies by January 2015, and over 1 million copies by October 2015, certifying Diamond and becoming France's second highest selling album of 2014 after Racine carrée by Stromae. He is currently the biggest selling The Voice alumnus worldwide. His follow-up single "Andalouse" proved even more successful commercially. Other notable singles included "Conmigo" from the repackaged version of Kendji released on 4 May 2015. A second album titled Ensemble was released on 30 October 2015. Notable singles from his second album include "Me Quemo", "Les yeux de la mama" and "No Me Mirès Màs" (jointly with Soprano). On 31 August 2018 his third album, titled Amigo was released. It started at number one on the French sales chart with 48,408 sales. ... Source: Article "Kendji Girac" from Wikipedia in English, licensed under CC-BY-SA 3.0.


Credits

Jean Paul Gaultier fait son show Jean Paul Gaultier fait son show (2018) Character: Self
On the occasion of Jean Paul Gaultier's 40-year career and his show "Fashion Freak Show" at the Folies Bergère, France 2 has given carte blanche to the most famous French couturier of the world who has created for the first time a great show of varieties fully immersed in his universe. Jean Paul Gaultier who, in his childhood, dreamed while watching the variety shows of Maritie and Gilbert Carpentier, takes the reins of this great entertainment mixing music and fashion.
Enrico Macias, l'inattendu Enrico Macias, l'inattendu (2021) Character: Self
Enrico Macias is best known for his songs and his commitment to peace. He is less known for his self-mockery, his humor and his fantasy. Talents that Philippe Bouvard or Maritie and Gilbert Carpentier have highlighted in their variety shows, since the 70s. A taste for comedy that opened the doors of the cinema, at over sixty years, in the film "La Vérité si je mens". Through rarely broadcast archives, it is an unexpected portrait of Enrico Macias, virtuoso artist, discoverer of talents and great showman, which takes shape thanks to his complicity with Mireille Dumas and his friends.
La Story Disney : La Magie Musicale La Story Disney : La Magie Musicale (2016) Character: Self
In addition to revolutionizing animation, Walt Disney soon realized that music could become a key element in the success of his films. Thus, from "Snow White and the 7 Dwarfs" in 1938, he gave a central place to the songs before calling on his songwriters from pop to write original melodies in "Mary Poppins" in 1964. Since then, Disney Studios have worked with many singers, from Louis Prima to "The Book of the Jungle" in Anais Delva for "The Snow Queen" by Céline Dion for "Beauty and the Beast". The paper recounts Walt Disney's musical universe and history, with testimonies from artists such as Gwen Stefani, Jenifer, Melody Gardot or Ne-Yo.
Soprano : le documentaire événement Soprano : le documentaire événement (2018) Character: Self
French rapper Soprano opens up like never before. He has become the artist with the highest album sales in France. With over 700,000 spectators, he also leads the biggest tour in 2017 and becomes the first rapper to perform at the Stade Vélodrome. Beyond the numbers and records that illustrate Soprano's success, it is the artist's extremely endearing personality that is revealed.
Céline Dion raconte D'eux Céline Dion raconte D'eux (2025) Character: Self
Thirty years after the release of the album "D'eux", Céline Dion agreed to speak out and reflect on this iconic work. Between intimate confidences and surprising revelations, the singer offers us privileged access to this pivotal moment in her career and a unique moment in her life.
Les Enfoirés 2017 - Mission Enfoirés Les Enfoirés 2017 - Mission Enfoirés (2017) Character: N/A
In January 2017, Les Enfoirés set the Zénith in Toulouse alight with seven exceptional concerts. Faithful to the cause started by Coluche in 1985, thirty-seven renowned artists answered his call, in a festive and warm atmosphere. This year, Les Enfoirés made their revolution and offered a collective show punctuated by 17 tableaux as poetic as they were spectacular through the ages. The entire troupe invites us on March 3 to set sail aboard the liner "Mission Enfoirés" for a cruise with Gérard Jugnot as captain, in search of his sweetheart...
L'Étrange Noël de Jeff Panacloc L'Étrange Noël de Jeff Panacloc (2018) Character: Self
Alongside his impertinent puppet, ventriloquist Jeff Panacloc celebrates Christmas with humour, surrounded by personalities from music, cinema and TV hosts.
Les Enfoirés 2023 - Enfoirés un jour, toujours Les Enfoirés 2023 - Enfoirés un jour, toujours (2023) Character: N/A
In January 2023, the Enfoirés performed at La Halle Tony Garnier in Lyon. True to the caused started by Coluche in 1985, forty-seven renowned artists responded, in a festive and warm atmosphere. The Enfoirés are back with the public after two years of absence. Beautiful moments of emotion and laughter are on the agenda.
Kendji Girac à Forest National Kendji Girac à Forest National (2017) Character: Self : Vocals & Guitar
Ensemble le live is the first live album of Kendji Girac
J'ai pas les mots, 8 semaines pour sortir de l'illettrisme J'ai pas les mots, 8 semaines pour sortir de l'illettrisme (2025) Character: Self : Godfather / Narrator / Presenter
In France, 3.7 million people are illiterate. "J'ai pas les mots, 8 semaines pour sortir de l'illettrisme" (I don't have the words, 8 weeks to overcome illiteracy) gives them a face, a voice, and above all, a chance. For eight weeks, seven participants from different backgrounds, all facing illiteracy, will follow an intensive learning program, supervised by trainers and coaches, and accompanied by singer Kendji Girac. Through practical, fun, and realistic workshops, they will tackle everyday challenges. Week after week, these learners will attempt to regain their independence and, above all, their self-confidence. Until the final challenge: writing and reading a personal speech in front of their loved ones.
Johnny Hallyday : Que je t'aime Johnny Hallyday : Que je t'aime (2021) Character: Self
Thirty-four years ago, Johnny Hallyday performed for the first time on the Bercy stage. He remains the artist who played the venue the greatest number of times. For the inauguration of the Esplanade Johnny-Hallyday, his unique voice will once again fill the legendary concert hall for a tribute show.
Le Gala des Pièces Jaunes 2024 : Le concert événement Le Gala des Pièces Jaunes 2024 : Le concert événement (2024) Character: Self - Guest
The 2024 edition of the yearly charity concert for the Yellow Coins foundation.
Champion Champion (2022) Character: Zack
At 24 years old, Zack has all the appearances of a young man who feels good in his own skin. His secret is well kept. He's talented carpenter, he builds tree houses with his father. But his passion is boxing, which he teaches as a volunteer. Zack is thinking of moving in with Marjorie when his father has a work accident and falls into a coma. He must face alone the task of running the small family business. The weaknesses he thought he had overcome will be brought back. And as a newcomer, Ines, enters his life, his secret is in danger of being revealed at any time: Zack is illiterate.
Chacun sa vie Chacun sa vie (2017) Character: Self
Before being judges, attorneys, or jury members, they are first of all men and women at a crossroads in their lives, with their dreams and their secrets, their hopes and their limitations, all beneath the same sun, each with their own dark side. In a lovely provincial town, during a jazz festival, life will juggle with their destinies.
Avec Florent Pagny, tout le monde ELA Avec Florent Pagny, tout le monde ELA (2023) Character: Self
Tribute concert dedicated to Florent Pagny, recent cancer survivor, celebrated with various French singers.



Our Work is

Designed, crafted, and built with ❤️ for fans of all kinds.



Anime | Movie
2024 Animeperson . All Rights Reserved