Cabral Ibacka facts for kids
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Cabral Ibacka
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| Born |
Cabral Neculai Ibacka
4 October 1977 |
| Other names | Cabral |
| Occupation | Actor, television personality, TV presenter, philanthropist, Tae Bo coach |
| Years active | 1998–present |
| Height | 2.0 m (6 ft 7 in) |
| Spouse(s) |
Luana Mitran
(m. 2000–2006)Andreea Pătrașcu
(m. 2011) |
| Children | 3 |
| Parent(s) | Alexander Ibacka Argentina Boldea |
Cabral Neculai Ibacka Zabana, known to many as just Cabral, is a famous Romanian TV personality and actor. He was born on October 4, 1977. Cabral is also a kind person who helps others (a philanthropist) and a coach for a fitness style called Tae Bo. He even won a European vice-champion title in kickboxing in 1994.
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Cabral's Journey in TV and Sports
Early Life and Sports Achievements
Cabral was born in Bucharest, Romania. He started learning kickboxing and Muay Thai when he was only six years old. By the time he was 23, he had already won several important titles in these sports. Cabral studied at the Ecological University of Bucharest, focusing on sports. He is also known for being one of the first people to bring Tae Bo, a type of fitness, to Romania after 1997.
Starting a Career in Television
Cabral began his television career in 1998. He hosted different shows on TV channels like Antena 1 and Prima TV. In 2000, Cabral moved to Acasă TV. This TV station was part of MediaPro, a big media company. This move helped him start acting in movies and TV series made by MediaPro Pictures.
Acting Roles and Movies
One of his most famous acting roles was in 2005. He played Inspector Eduard Bălan in a popular Romanian TV show called Băieți buni. Since then, he has acted in several soap operas. Cabral also appeared in movies. He was in a French film called Je ne marcherais jamais seul! in 1996. Later, in 2007, he acted in the movie Catacombs.
Helping Others Through Charity
Besides his work in TV and acting, Cabral is very active in charity. He has worked on many social campaigns. He helped organizations like the Ovidiu Rom Association, Hope and Homes for Children Romania (HHC Romania), and Hospice Casa Speranței. He also has his own organization called "Zâmbet și Suflet" (which means "Smile and Soul").
Cabral's Family Life
His Family Background
Cabral's father is from the Republic of the Congo. He studied at the University of Bucharest. After finishing his studies, he became the Health Minister in Congo-Brazzaville.
Marriages and Children
Cabral has been married two times. His first marriage was to Luana Mitran. They were married from 2000 to 2006. They have one daughter together, named Inoke, who was born in 2002. Cabral's current wife is the actress Andreea Pătrașcu. They got married in 2011. Their first daughter was born on December 5, 2018. In May 2021, they shared that they were expecting another child. Their son was born in October 2021.
Famous Relatives
Cabral is also related to a well-known NBA basketball player, Serge Ibaka.
See also
- Fire and Ice: The Dragon Chronicles (movie)
External links
- Personal blog
