| Who is it? | Actor, Writer, Director |
| Birth Day | March 27, 1964 |
| Birth Place | Sidi Bel Abbes, Algeria, Algeria |
| Age | 59 YEARS OLD |
| Birth Sign | Aries |
| Occupation | Actor, screenwriter, film director, producer |
| Years active | 1991-present |
| Spouse(s) | Emmanuelle Cosso-Mérad (1992–2012) |
| Partner(s) | Julia Vignali (2014-present) |
| Children | 1 |
Kad Merad, an Algerian-born actor, writer, and director, is anticipated to have a net worth ranging between $100,000 to $1 million in 2024. Known for his versatility and charm, Merad has made significant contributions to the world of acting with his remarkable performances. His talent and dedication have enabled him to amass a substantial fortune throughout his career. With a diverse range of skills, Merad has conquered various fields in the entertainment industry, showcasing his versatility as both an actor and a creative force behind the scenes. As he continues to expand his horizons, his net worth is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, further solidifying his status as a prominent figure in the Algerian and global film industry.
In 1990, he was hired by Ouï FM, the Paris Rock genre station where he met Olivier Baroux. The duet most known as Kad & Olivier began working together and started their own show, the Rock'n Roll Circus, introducing some of their most famous sketches (Pamela Rose, Teddy Porc Fidèle...). The early success of the show allowed them to meet Jean-Luc Delarue who brought their act to TV.
In 1999, they began appearing on the French Satellite TV channel Comédie+ on their own show, La Grosse Emission. At the same time, Merad started his Cinema career with a lot of secondary roles.
In 2003, he scored his First box-office success with Mais Qui a tué Pamela Rose?, co-written with Baroux.
In 2007, Kad received the César Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Je vais Bien, ne t'en fais pas! and appears in AaRON's film Soundtrack video clip. His best challenger was Dany Boon. During the shooting of Bienvenue chez les Ch'tis, this friendly struggle was a running joke between the two of them.
