Brahim Zaibat facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Brahim Zaibat
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Zaibat at the Danse avec les stars Tour in 2014
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| Born | 9 September 1986 Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
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| Partner(s) | Madonna (2010–2013) |
Brahim Zaibat is a famous French dancer and choreographer. He was born in Lyon, France, on September 9, 1986. He is known for his amazing hip-hop and breakdancing skills.
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Brahim Zaibat's Dancing Journey
Brahim Zaibat began his dancing journey in a hip-hop group called Baby Boom Crew. In 2001, he joined another well-known group, the Pockemon Crew.
In 2005, he became a dancer for the TV show and tour called Star Academy. This show was choreographed by Kamel Ouali.
He left the Pockemon Crew in 2008. After that, he danced with a German group called Flying Steps. They performed together at a big event called the Game Convention.
In 2012, Brahim danced with the famous singer Madonna. This was during the halftime show of Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis. He also joined her on The MDNA Tour that same year.
TV Shows and Musicals
In 2013, Brahim became an artistic consultant for the musical Robin Hood. He also took part in a popular TV show called Danse avec les stars 4 on TF1. He and his dance partner, Katrina Patchett, finished in second place.
From January 2014, he joined the tour for Danse avec les stars. On January 31, 2014, he announced his own show, Rock it All. This show toured all over France from late October to early December 2014.
His show was very successful. Audiences and critics loved it. The tour included 23 performances across France and Belgium. Three of these shows at the Casino de Paris were completely sold out. Rock it All was even nominated for an award in 2015. It was recognized for its original music created for a show.
In 2015, Brahim Zaibat took on a new challenge. He participated in a new musical version of The Three Musketeers. In this show, he played the main role of Athos. He also helped with the artistic direction of the show.
Brahim Zaibat's Awards
Brahim Zaibat has won many important awards for his dancing. In 2003, he won his first world champion title at the Battle of the Year. This is a very big competition for breakdancers.
In 2004, he won two European league titles. One was for a team battle (8 against 8 dancers). The other was for a duet performance. In 2005, he won the Freestyle Session in Seoul with his partner, B-boy Lilou.
In 2006, he and his crew won the UK B-Boy Championships. A year later, his crew won the world championship KB BBOY. His last world champion title was won in Japan in 2010.
Brahim Zaibat's Personal Life
Brahim Zaibat was in a relationship with the famous singer Madonna. They first met in September 2010. Madonna had asked him to dance to help promote her clothing line, Material Girl Collection, in New York. Their relationship ended in December 2013.
