★ HOW OLD IS YARED ZELEKE?
Yared Zeleke is 48 years old, born January 1, 1978 in ET · Capricorn.
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About
Yared Zeleke made history as the first Ethiopian filmmaker to premiere at Cannes. Born in Addis Ababa in 1978, he studied Writing and Directing at New York University before directing his debut feature, Lamb, which screened in the Un Certain Regard section at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival. The film's selection marked a watershed moment for Ethiopian cinema on the global stage. A Capricorn, Zeleke works as a screenwriter and director.
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Biography
Yared Zeleke is an Ethiopian film director and screenwriter from Addis Ababa. Born January 1, 1978, he holds citizenship in Ethiopia. Zeleke earned an M.F.A. in Writing and Directing from New York University, credentials that shaped his approach to feature filmmaking. His directorial debut, Lamb, premiered at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival's Un Certain Regard section—a breakthrough moment that made it the first film from Ethiopia ever officially selected in Cannes' 68-year history. Screenwriters and directors work across narrative development, visual storytelling, and production decision-making. As a Capricorn born in January, Zeleke's deliberate, craft-focused trajectory—from formal training through prestigious international festival validation—reflects the sign's reputation for ambition and sustained effort. His life-path number is 9, associated with artistic completion and global reach, fitting his role in bringing Ethiopian cinema to world stages. Ethiopia's film infrastructure remains one of Africa's oldest, and Zeleke's Cannes selection positioned him as a key contemporary voice.
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Trivia
- Lamb was the first Ethiopian film ever to be officially selected at the Cannes Film Festival in its entire 68-year history at the time of its 2015 premiere.
- Zeleke studied at New York University, earning an M.F.A. in Writing and Directing before returning to develop his debut feature.
- He was born on January 1, 1978, in Addis Ababa.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Humanitarian
Idealistic and global. Yared Zeleke often use their platform for causes and tend to build broad, internationally diverse audiences.
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Birthday compatibility
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★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Yared Zeleke?
- Yared Zeleke is 48 years old (born January 1, 1978).
- When is Yared Zeleke's birthday?
- Yared Zeleke was born on January 1, 1978.
- What is Yared Zeleke's zodiac sign?
- Yared Zeleke is a Capricorn, born January 1, 1978.
- What is Yared Zeleke's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Yared Zeleke was born in 1978, the year of the Earth Horse.
- Where is Yared Zeleke from?
- Yared Zeleke is from ET.
- What does Yared Zeleke do?
- Yared Zeleke is a writer.
- Is Yared Zeleke still alive?
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