Zinedine Zidane_
BALLON D'OR 16th arrondissement of Marseille, France
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Born
16th arrondissement of Marseille
Birthday
Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Birthday
(Friday)
Birthplace
16th arrondissement of Marseille, France
Height
185 cm (6'1")
Nationality
Weight
79 kg (174 lbs)
Sport
Association Football
Languages
African French, Algerian Arabic, Arabic, French, Italian, Kabyle, Spanish
Children
4 children: Elyaz Zidane, Enzo Zidane, Luca Zidane, Théo Zidane
Education
University of Limoges
Zodiac Sign
♋ Cancer
Chinese Zodiac
鼠 Rat
Popularity
Tier A -- 246,485 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 32
Career
Career spanning 8 years (2005-2013)
Year context
Born in 1972 -- Watergate break-in; Nixon visits China; Richard Nixon was US president
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5
Recognized
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Human Impact
0
Innovation
0
Giving
0
Sustainability
20
Cultural Uplift
32
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Filmography (6)
AWARDS (6)
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Ballon d'Or
WON
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FIFA World Player of the Year
WON
B
Knight of the Legion of Honour
WON
B
L'Équipe Champion of Champions
WON
Biography
Zinédine Yazid Zidane, popularly known as Zizou, is a French professional football manager and former player who played as an attacking midfielder. Widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, Zidane was a playmaker renowned for his elegance, vision, passing, and ball control. He received many individual accolades as a player, including being named FIFA World Player of the Year in 1998, 2000 and 2003, and winning the 1998 Ballon d'Or. He last coached La Liga club Real Madrid and is one of the most successful coaches in the world.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Zinedine Zidane?
Zinedine Zidane is 53 years old, born on .
Where was Zinedine Zidane born?
Zinedine Zidane was born in 16th arrondissement of Marseille.
What movies or shows has Zinedine Zidane been in?
Zinedine Zidane has 6 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Class of '92 (2013), Belmondo, itinéraire d'un acteur (2011), Asterix at the Olympic Games (2008), Goal II: Living the Dream (2007), Zidane: A 21st Century Portrait (2006).
Where can I find more information about Zinedine Zidane?
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