Aïssa Maïga: Biography, Facts and Career
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Aïssa Maïga (born 5 May 1975) is a Senegal-born French actress, director, writer, producer, and activist. Maïga has worked with major auteurs like Michael Haneke, Abderrahmane Sissako and Michel Gondry, and recently starred in Chiwetel Ejiofor’s directorial debut. Maïga is an advocate for inclusion and has been vocal about racial discrimination in the film industry throughout her career. Maïga was inspired to speak out and create the DiasporAct collective after realising she was often the sole performer of colour to receive top billing and awards season attention—despite the abundance of diverse talent around her.
Quick facts about Aïssa Maïga
- Full name: Aïssa Maïga
- Born: 1975-05-25
- Nationality: France
- Known as: Comedian
- Wikidata ID: Q443884
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Who is Aïssa Maïga?
Aïssa Maïga (born 5 May 1975) is a Senegal-born French actress, director, writer, producer, and activist.
What nationality is Aïssa Maïga?
Aïssa Maïga is France.
When was Aïssa Maïga born?
Aïssa Maïga was born on 1975-05-25.
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