Michel Qissi
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Michel Qissi Net Worth

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Michel Qissi is a Moroccan-Belgian actor and director, best known for his roles in the martial arts films 'Kickboxer' and 'Kickboxer 2'. He has also appeared in 'Breakin', 'Bloodsport', 'Lionheart' and 'Bloodmatch'. As a director, he has made the films ‘Bara’, ‘Terminator Woman’, ‘Extreme Force’, and ‘Heart of a Lion’. Qissi is a boxing champion and is trained in Shotokan Karate, kickboxing and Muay Thai. He is known to be a media-shy person and is not active on social media. He is good friends with actor Jean-Claude Van Damme, having grown up together sharing a love of action movies and martial arts.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Actor, Director
Birth Day September 12, 1962
Birth Place Oujda, Morocco, Moroccan
Age 61 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Libra
Occupation Actor
Years active 1982–present
Spouse(s) Jeanette Qissi (divorced)

💰 Net worth: $20 Million (2024)

Michel Qissi, a renowned Moroccan actor and director, is believed to have a net worth of around $20 million by the year 2024. Known for his exceptional talent and versatility, Qissi has captivated audiences around the world with his remarkable performances on screen. His dedication and passion for acting have not only earned him critical acclaim but also financial success. With numerous successful projects under his belt, Qissi has managed to accumulate a substantial wealth throughout his career. As an accomplished actor and director, he continues to contribute significantly to the entertainment industry, solidifying his position as one of the most influential figures in the Moroccan film industry.

Biography/Timeline

1982

In 1982, Qissi and Van Damme moved to the United States in the hope of becoming action stars. In 1984 they both were cast as extras in the film Breakin', before landing their big break in 1986. After obtaining an interview with Menahem Golan of Cannon Films, they secured a three-picture deal, the first of which was the highly successful Bloodsport, in which Van Damme starred and Qissi had a small role as a tournament fighter named Suan Paredes. In 1989, Qissi and Van Damme teamed up again for the film Kickboxer, in which Van Damme was the protagonist once more and Qissi the film's main villain, Tong Po. 1990 saw the pair make the film Lionheart, in which Qissi's brother, Abdel, played the villain. This was to be the last film Van Damme and Qissi made together, but Qissi did go on to reprise his role as Tong Po in Kickboxer 2.

2014

In 2014, Qissi made the movie Bara, in which he played a double role as Bara and Hamza.

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