Farid Kessaissia, better known as Farid Rockeur, born on in Algiers and died on in Algiers, was an Algerian comedian, actor and presenter.
Biography Farid Rockeur began his artistic career in 1985 with the film Pour l'amour de l'Algérie (For the Love of Algeria). He became known to the general public on television thanks to the variety show Bled Music, produced by Aziz Smati.
Among his other activities, he participated in programmes such as Rock Dialna and Bouzenzel.
Filmography Sources: Year Title Type (film / series / show) 1985 Pour l’amour de l’Algérie Film Late 1980s Bled Music Variety show 2002 Nass Mlah City Comedy series 2008 Djemai Family Ramadan series 2007 El Hadj Lakhdar Series / TV film 2018 Dar Laajeb Series Various Rock Dialna TV show Various Bouzenzel Sketch / show
Style and contribution Farid Rockeur was known for his outspoken nature, spontaneous humour and his blend of comedy, social satire and musical culture. He was passionate about rock music, hence his nickname, and loved to pay tribute to Elvis Presley and other rock icons. He also produced jingles for radio and television.
Death Farid Rockeur died on in Algiers of cardiac arrest at the age of 62. He is buried in the Sefsafa cemetery in Algiers.
Notes and references
See also Cinema of Algeria List of Algerian films Nass Mlah City Djemai Family