Nahéma Ricci
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    • Born Place: Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Nahéma Ricci

Nahéma Ricci is a Canadian actress born on September 22, 1997, in Montreal, Quebec. Of French and Tunisian descent, she is an acclaimed actress known for her powerful performances, particularly in independent and foreign films.Ricci gained widespread recognition for her lead role in the 2019 Canadian film Antigone, a modern adaptation of the Sophocles play set in Montreal. Her performance as the titular character earned her numerous accolades, including the Canadian Screen Award for Best Actress and the Prix Iris for Revelation of the Year. She was also named a "rising star" at the 2019 Toronto International Film Festival.Her filmography includes a number of notable roles, such as in Montreal Girls (2022), Hunting Daze (2024), and the 2025 film Splitsville. In addition to her film work, she has appeared in television series like Motel Paradis. Beyond her acting, Ricci is also a trained dancer and has written and directed her own play.

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