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You know what, Zoé Adjani-Vallat is a bit like the new star shining softly but surely in the sky of our French cinema. She was born in 1999, so she is just 26 years old today. Rather tall for an actress, she is about 1.70 m tall, a nice figure that gives her a natural presence on stage as well as on screen. That’s the facts.
She is also the niece of Isabelle Adjani, no less. That name definitely puts pressure on you, imagine that. Yet, Zoé has managed to carve out her own path without getting lost in the shadow, even though she acknowledges that her aunt is a huge source of inspiration. Honestly, it must not be easy every day to be “the daughter of a famous name,” but she handles it with a lot of class.
Before being in the spotlight, Zoé grew up in the South of France, surrounded by an artistic environment, between a stepfather who is a director of photography and a mother who is a producer. That explains a bit why she has a passion for cinema in her blood, right? Her encounter with the stage came by chance, but mostly thanks to a French teacher who had her class write a play. A turning point.
She started in cinema very young, in 2015, with the film “Cerise” which revealed her to the public. It was her first major role and she carried it with that authenticity that characterizes her. After that, she didn’t stop. She kept taking on cinema projects, TV, and even theater. Yes, theater where she excels today, notably with Les Caprices de Marianne in Paris.
Who really is Zoé Adjani-Vallat, a rising actress in French cinema?
So Zoé is really more than just the niece of Isabelle Adjani. She was born in 1999, belonging to a young generation full of energy and talent. She proudly carries that famous name while being a personality in her own right. Her real first name is Zoé Leilla Adjani-Vallat, her father was Éric Hakim Adjani, unfortunately deceased in 2010. A heavy family history that marked her.
It is quite touching to see how much true complicity she shares with Isabelle, and not just a classic family relationship. In an interview, she confides that her aunt is like a second mother, a counselor who helps her protect herself from the pressure of the profession. You know, that super hard thing where you always have to be on top, otherwise it all goes wrong.
If we look at her career path, she started very young in cinema. Everything really took off with Jérôme Enrico’s “Cerise.” A role that fit perfectly her age and temperament. She even said that the director immediately felt she was the right choice to play this character. Not surprising, she has an amazing naturalness when she acts.
Since then, she has multiplied experiences: small roles, short films, TV series, commercials (yes, she shot for Chanel for example), and especially theater. That’s where you might soon see her, since “Les Caprices de Marianne” is in full swing at the Artistic Athévains theater in Paris. Yes, she rocks on stage too, no favorites.
Her career start and major successes in cinema and on stage
Let me tell you a bit how it went for her. Zoé was spotted very early. At 15, she got the lead role in “Cerise” which launched her as a revelation. It’s the kind of role that sticks. And it’s crazy, because even after this very strong start, she took her time just to carefully choose her projects.
You will see her in films like “Cigare au miel” or “Bula,” but she also tried more experimental things like “Upon Her Lips.” And what I find nice is that she doesn’t lock herself into a single genre. She switches from cinema to theater without ever losing her energy.
She became a known face recently thanks to the series “Filles du feu” on France 2, where she plays Morguy, a role that shows all her maturity as an actress. That’s what really sets her apart, this ability to capture emotion and take the viewer with her.
She is not content to be just a promising actress, she also has a public profile that intrigues, especially thanks to the unwavering support of her aunt. It creates a beautiful dynamic, a family-artist duo that few get to experience in this demanding field.
The private life and endearing personality of Zoé Adjani-Vallat
So, on the love side, Zoé is rather discreet. She rarely shares details about her love life, but we know she is “not a heart to take” according to some interviews in Gala. Well, after that, she prefers to be judged for her work, not for her sentimental stories. Which I can understand.
She is mainly known for her sunny personality, that word often comes up when describing her. Her style? A simple elegance, no fuss, which contrasts a bit with the very glamorous image sometimes associated with her name. She often goes out with her aunt, notably at fashion shows like Chloe’s in 2024, where both caused a sensation.
And this link with Isabelle goes beyond simple family ties. Zoé often says she admires her aunt not only for her talent but also for her strength and resilience. Isabelle passes on a lot to her, advice that she keeps carefully, like the one to stay true and never apologize for existing.
In short, Zoé is a young actress growing with authenticity and simplicity, a real breath of fresh air in a sometimes so sanitized environment. I find it inspiring and it promises good things for the future, don’t you think?
Know-how and recent projects not to be missed
What is clear is that Zoé does not rest on her laurels. After years of refining her craft, she juggles between theater and screen. In 2025, expect to see her in a highly anticipated adaptation of “Le Rouge et le Noir” on French television, where she will play Élisa. A historic, intense role, perfect for her growing talent.
She has also been seen in several short films and commercials, including an iconic spot for Chanel directed by Sofia Coppola. Not bad for a girl who started gently… She also teams up with directors who like novelty and sensitivity, proof that she knows how to surround herself intelligently.
If you really want to understand what makes her unique, you also have to listen to what she says herself in interviews: her way of talking about the stress she manages with humor, or how she protects herself in a profession that doesn’t make gifts. It’s rare, touching, and completely sincere.
I strongly advise you to keep an eye on her, because she seems well determined to carve out her own path in French cinema and theater. Here is an actress I see with a bright future, effortlessly, staying herself.
Some juicy anecdotes about Zoé Adjani-Vallat to discover
- 🌟 She admitted that she tends to “play the clown” when she is stressed on set. Strange anti-pressure therapy, isn’t it?
- 🎭 Her first real artistic revelation came from a French teacher in middle school who had them write a play. It was a real shock for her.
- 📺 She holds great admiration for her aunt Isabelle, whom she calls an “inexhaustible source of knowledge” and a “second mother.”
- 🎬 Her first role in “Cerise” opened doors for her but she remained very humble, choosing her roles carefully.
- 🧳 Despite fame, she keeps a strong link with the South of France, her childhood place and a refuge all along.
To learn more about this rising young artist, don’t hesitate to take a look at this detailed interview or browse her full career on TPA. The French press dedicates more and more articles to her, like this touching portrait on Purepeople, and you can also follow her cultural news on Paris Match. For the most recent details, Gala nicely describes her evolution in the artistic world Gala.
