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Ya Biladi
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Ya Biladi
Moroccan actress Kaoutar Boudarraja passes away at 40 after battle with cancer
Moroccan media personality and actress Kaoutar Boudarraja passed away on Friday morning at the age of forty, following a quiet but difficult battle with cancer. Despite her deteriorating health in recent months, Boudarraja chose to face her illness privately, stepping away from the spotlight and public life. She passed away at her family home after being discharged from a private clinic in Casablanca, where she had been receiving care. The news of her passing was confirmed by her close friend, jewelry designer Maryam Al-Abyad — known as «Mimi LeBlanc» in an Instagram story. According to media reports, Boudarraja was laid to rest in a private, intimate ceremony in accordance with her wishes. The funeral was attended only by close family and a few friends.
Al Bawaba
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Bawaba
Beloved Moroccan journalist Kaoutar Boudarraja dies at 37, emotional tribute
ALBAWABA - Moroccan media mourns Kaoutar Boudarraja passing at just 37. On Friday, June 27, social media was overwhelmed by sad news after Moroccan journalist Kaoutar Boudarraja, 37, passed away after a protracted illness. Several celebrities expressed their profound sadness for Kaoutar Boudarraja in remarks on their social media profiles. "To God we belong, and to Him we shall return," Mimi Al-Abyad wrote on Kaoutar Boudarraja Instagram account as a heartfelt farewell to her late companion. My dear buddy, may God show you His boundless mercy. Kaoutar Boudarraja Instagram profile In a post on his own Instagram story, Adel Eshbi also expressed his sorrow for the deceased, writing, "To God we belong, and to Him we shall return," in reference to her photo. I pray that God may spare you, Kaoutar. Nouamane Belaiachi responded by announcing that the song "Jillali" would now be released on Monday in remembrance of Kaoutar. On his Instagram, he posted, "My friends, may peace be upon you! Due to the passing of our buddy Kaoutar Boudarraja, the release date of the song "Jillali" has been rescheduled until Monday. We belong to God, and we will return to Him. May God show her pity and pardon her. On Kaoutar's Instagram post, Abdelfattah Al-Jerini wrote, "We belong to God, and we will return to Him. May God grant her mercy and keep everyone who has died safe. Kaoutar Boudarraja Instagram profile In her farewell, Jamila Al-Badawi also wrote, "We belong to God, and we will return to Him. May God show her kindness and give her more space. Boudraâ started her media career early on and was well-known for hosting a number of cultural and artistic shows on Moroccan networks, where her serious and serene demeanor stood out. After beginning her career on the "Star Academy Maghreb" program, the late actress gained popularity on Nessma TV with several shows, including "Nass Nessma" and "Forbidden for Men," before joining Medi 1 TV and hosting "Jari Ya Jari." Additionally, she appeared on the "Arab Presenter," which was shown on Al Hayat TV and Abu Dhabi TV. Kaoutar Boudarraja pursued an acting career in addition to her media job, making appearances in dramas like "Al-Madi La Yamoot," "Solo Domoui," "Ahlam Banat," and "Salamat Abu Al-Banat." The Moroccan fantasy movie "Atoman" (2025) also included her.
Morocco World
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Morocco World
Moroccan TV Host and Actress Kaoutar Boudarraja Dies at 40 After Battle With Illness
Rabat – Moroccan media and entertainment circles are mourning the loss of Kaoutar Boudarraja, a well-known TV host and actress, who passed away on Friday morning, reportedly after a long and difficult fight with cancer. She was just 40 years old. Born in 1985, Boudarraja became a well-known figure in Moroccan media, recognized for her strong presence both on television and in acting roles. Her passing has deeply affected many of her fans and colleagues in the artistic and media community. In recent weeks, rumors had spread on social media claiming that she had passed away. However, people close to her denied those reports at the time, saying she was seriously ill but still fighting. Sadly, the news has now been confirmed, and she has passed away after her health worsened. Boudarraja began her media career on the show Star Academy Maghreb and gained fame through various programs on Tunisian channel Nessma TV, such as Nass Nessma and Mamnou3 3ala al-Rijal. She later joined Morocco's Medi 1 TV, where she hosted the popular show Jari Ya Jari, and also took part in Mouzii3 al-Arab (Arab Presenter), which aired on Abu Dhabi TV and Egypt's Al-Hayat channel. Her talents were not limited to television hosting. Boudarraja also appeared in several Moroccan drama series, including Al Madi La Yamout, Sewlou Doumou3i, Ahlam Banat, and Salamat Abou Al Banat. She recently took part in the 2025 Moroccan sci-fi film. Following the news of her death, numerous actors, TV personalities, and influencers took to social media to mourn her loss and express their condolences to her family.
