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Klaasje Meijer
Klaasje Ietje "Alieke" Meijer (born 2 March 1995) is a Dutch singer, actress and flautist. Meijer rose to fame as one of the members of the Belgian-Dutch girl group K3, where she sang from 2015 until 2021, replacing Josje Huisman. In 2022, Meijer won the SBS6 reality game show ''The Big Balance''. Early life Meijer was born in the village of Lutjegast in Groningen as the eldest child of a Dutch reformed vicar and a music teacher. She was named after her maternal grandmother, but acquired the nickname Alieke. Throughout her childhood and college time, she was known by family and friends as Alieke Meijer. As a child, she frequently moved across the country as a result of her father's profession. The family initially lived in Nieuwendijk in Noord-Brabant, but moved to 's-Gravenzande, where she completed her VWO certificate. She applied to the Conservatorium van Amsterdam, where she started studying classical music and flute, but later quit her studies. Career Early career During h ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lutjegast
Lutjegast () is a village in the municipality of Westerkwartier in Groningen, Netherlands. It had a population of around 1,125 in January 2017. History The name ''Lutjegast'' originates from Gronings in which ''lutje'' means small or little and a ''ga(a)st'' is a higher, sandy ridge in an otherwise swampy area. The village was first mentioned in 1459 as "op de Lutkegast". Lutjegast is a road village which developed on a sandy ridge. The Dutch Reformed church was built in 1877 and was restored in 1922. The Reformed Church is a cruciform church built in 1922 without a tower in expressionist style. Lutjegast was the birthplace of the explorer Abel Tasman. He is memorialised in town by a monument, plaque and street name. In 2014, a museum dedicated to Abel Tasman opened in the village house. Until 1828, a manor house named "Rikkerdaborg" stood in Lutjegast. Its most famous occupant was Bernard Johan Prott who was the commander of Bourtange in 1672. Christoph Bernhard von Galen, the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Karen Damen
Karen Franciska Maria Louisa Damen ; (born 28 October 1974 in Wilrijk) is a Belgian singer, actress, host and one of the first members of girl group K3. She acted in a few movies and hosted a few programs. Discography :Studio albums (as a member of K3) :*1999: '' Parels'' :*2000: '' Alle Kleuren'' :*2001: '' Tele Romeo'' :*2002: '' Verliefd'' :*2003: '' Oya Lele'' :*2004: '' De Wereld Rond'' :*2005: '' Kuma He'' :*2006: '' Ya Ya Yipee'' :*2007: '' Kusjes'' :*2009: '' MaMaSé!'' :*2011: '' Alice in wonderland'' :*2012: ''Engeltjes'' :*2013: ''Loko le ''Loko le'' is the thirteenth studio album by the Belgian-Dutch Dutch commonly refers to: * Something of, from, or related to the Netherlands * Dutch people () * Dutch language () Dutch may also refer to: Places * Dutch, West Virginia, a commu ...'' :Solo Studio albums :*2018: ''Een Ander Spoor'' Filmography External links * https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1495541/ *http://subsites.studio100.be/k3/ {{DEFAULTSORT:Damen ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Grease (film)
''Grease'' is a 1978 American musical romantic comedy film based on the 1971 musical of the same name by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey. Written by Bronte Woodard (adaptation by Allan Carr) and directed by Randal Kleiser in his theatrical feature film debut, the film depicts the lives of greaser Danny Zuko and Australian transfer student Sandy Olsson, who develop an attraction for each other during a summer romance. The film stars John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John as Danny and Sandy. Released on June 16, 1978, ''Grease'' was successful both critically and commercially, becoming the highest-grossing musical film ever at the time. Its soundtrack album ended 1978 as the second-best-selling album of the year in the United States, behind the soundtrack of the 1977 blockbuster ''Saturday Night Fever'' (which also starred Travolta) and earned an Oscar nomination for " Hopelessly Devoted to You" at the 51st Academy Awards. In 2020, the film was selected for preservation in the United ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
SBS6
SBS6 is a Dutch free-to-cable commercial TV channel and is a part of Talpa TV, formerly known as SBS Broadcasting B.V. and now owned by Talpa Network. Other channels of the group in the Netherlands are Net5, Veronica, and SBS9. History SBS stands for Scandinavian Broadcasting System. When the SBS Broadcasting Group started expanding outside of Scandinavia in 1995, one of the first countries where they set up a channel was the Netherlands with SBS6. SBS6 was the third Dutch commercial TV station after RTL 4 and RTL 5, both being launched in 1989 and 1993 respectively. SBS6 launched on 28 August 1995. When SBS6 was launched, they were in a tough competition with the channel Veronica, which started as a commercial station at the same time. Both SBS6 and Veronica wanted to be on channel 6 of the viewer's television. The SBS Broadcasting Group expanded their Dutch channel lineup with Net5 on 1 March 1999. In 2003, Veronica was added to the lineup. The German ProSiebenSat.1 Media ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Johan Cruijff Arena
The Johan Cruyff Arena ( nl, Johan Cruijff Arena ; officially stylised as Johan Cruijff ArenA) is the main stadium of the Dutch capital city of Amsterdam and the home stadium of football club AFC Ajax since its opening. Built from 1993 to 1996 at a cost equivalent to €140 million, it is the largest stadium in the country. The stadium was previously known as the Amsterdam Arena (stylised as ''Amsterdam ArenA'') until the 2018–19 football season, when it was officially renamed in honor of legendary Dutch footballer Johan Cruyff (1947–2016) who died in March 2016. It was one of the stadiums used during UEFA Euro 2000, and also held the 1998 UEFA Champions League Final and 2013 UEFA Europa League Final. The stadium also hosted three group stage matches and one match in the round of 16 of the UEFA Euro 2020. Both international and Dutch artists have given concerts in the stadium, including Tina Turner, Coldplay, U2, Take That, Celine Dion, Madonna, Michael Jackson, And ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Het Nieuwsblad
''Het Nieuwsblad'' (; en, The Newspaper) is a Flemish newspaper that mainly focusses on "a broad view" regarding politics, culture, economics, lifestyle, society and sports. History and profile In 1929, ''Het Nieuwsblad'' was published by ''De Standaard'' for the first time. In 1939, the sports paper ''Sportwereld'' (established in 1912) was purchased by De Standaard and turned into a daily supplement to their two main newspapers, "De Standaard" and "Het Nieuwsblad". In 1957, three other newspapers were purchased by ''De Standaard'' and initially kept in circulation. In 1966, the further publication of two of them, ''Het Nieuws van de Dag'' and ''Het Vrije Volksblad'', was stopped. The same happened with the third paper, Het Handelsblad, in 1979. In 1959, two more newspapers were purchased, of which ''De Landwacht'' disappeared in 1978. The other paper, ''De Gentenaar'', was turned into a "cover-paper" for ''Het Nieuwsblad'' around the city of Ghent. ''De Gentenaar'' stil ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nederlandse Omroep Stichting
The Nederlandse Omroep Stichting (; NOS ; English: Dutch Broadcasting Foundation) is one of the broadcasting organisations making up the Netherlands Public Broadcasting system. It has a special statutory obligation to make news and sports programmes for the three Dutch public television channels and the Dutch public radio services. It is funded by the Dutch government. The foundation's remit derives from the Dutch Media Act 2008, which stipulates that the NOS produce regular and frequent programming of a public service nature, including, notably, a full and impartial news service and coverage of parliamentary procedures and debates, as well as reporting on sporting and other national events. The NOS also acts as technical co-ordinator for the Dutch public broadcasting system as a whole. In the event of emergencies and/or the breaking of a major news story, it can assume control of the public networks in order to provide co-ordinated coverage of events in co-operation with the othe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
RTL Boulevard
''RTL Boulevard'' is a daily television programme on the Dutch TV channel RTL 4. It was set up as a television equivalent of a tabloid, with a lot of airy subjects, news items and gossip about the stars, fashion and criminality. The programme is renowned for its sarcastic and cynical tone. History From the beginning in 2001, Beau van Erven Dorens was the main presenter. He was supported by his co-presenter Albert Verlinde and a daily rotating "expert". On 1 April 2005 Beau Van Erven Dorens moved to Talpa and Daphne Bunskoek (formerly a presenter of the morning program in the Netherlands Public Broadcasting) has taken over his place. When Daphne Bunskoek also left the show, she was replaced by Winston Gerschtanowitz and Humberto Tan. Regular returning co-presenters were/are: * Fiona Hering (fashion/lifestyle) * John van den Heuvel (crime) * Irene van de Laar (fashion/lifestyle) * Marc van der Linden (royalty) * Abraham Moszkowicz (crime, law) * Peter van der Vorst (royalt ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kathleen Aerts
Kathleen Aerts (born 18 June 1978 in Geel, Belgium) is a Belgian singer, actress and host. She was a member of the successful girl group K3. Early life Aerts was born in Geel, Belgium, on 18 June 1978. She has been involved in singing and music since a young age. Between 1992 and 1995 she gained experience as a member of the group ''Wonderful Game'' and became known for her two participations in the Flemish version of the ''Soundmixshow'': in 1995 she came third with the song ''Grow A Baby'' by the Belgian pop group and in 1997 she made it to the semifinals with ''Chirpy chirpy cheep cheep'' by Middle of the Road. Career From 1998 to 2009 Aerts was a member of the successful girl group K3. Originally thought as the Flemish version of the Spice Girls, the group eventually became famous for their songs for children. Because K3 was originally envisioned as the Flemish version of the Spice Girls, the group was made up of all females in their twenties: Aerts, Karen Damen, and Kris ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
NPO Zapp
NPO Zapp is the Dutch children's block from the NPO on NPO 3 that launched as Z@pp on 4 September 2005. Since September 2005, Zappelin has been the name of a block for young children. The @ in the name of the channel was removed on 10 September 2012. On 12 March 2013, the NPO announced that Zapp and Zappelin would be renamed as NPO Zapp and NPO Zappelin. The reason for this change is to make the channels and its programmes more recognizable. The rebranding completed on 19 August 2014. Together with NPO Zappelin it forms a channel called NPO Zappelin Xtra, available online and part of bonus packages (cable, satellite and IPTV). Well-known programmes of NPO Zapp are Willem Wever (NCRV), Het Klokhuis ( NTR), Jeugdjournaal ( NOS) and Villa Achterwerk (VPRO). NPO Zapp had a mascot called ''The Zappers''. Current programmes * Campus 12 * Checkpoint * De Dokter Corrie Show * Het Klokhuis * Jeugdjournaal * SpangaS: De Campus * Taarten van Abel * Willem Wever * Zaai * Zapplive * Za ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gert Verhulst
Gert Tony Hubert Verhulst (born 24 January 1968 in Berchem) is a Belgian presenter, entrepreneur, singer, autodidact, director, actor, screenwriter, composer, film producer, millionaire & business magnate. As a prominent figure within the children's entertainment industry in the Benelux, he is regarded as a Flemish cultural icon, known for his influence and contributions to children's entertainment in the Benelux and founder of Studio 100. Life and career Verhulst already knew on a very early age that he wanted to become famous (own words). In 1987 he applied at the "Koninkijk Conservatorium Antwerpen" (translated: The Royal Academy of fine Arts Antwerp) where he was rejected, he would recall this as a gift from Heaven. Later that year he got his first job at the former BRTN (now VRT) as continuity announcer. Samson en Gert Samson & Gert is a Flemish children's television series produced by Eline van Noppen, centered on the talking dog Samson and his owner Gert. In i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Voice Kids (Belgian TV Series)
''The Voice Kids'' is a Dutch-language Belgian music talent show for aspiring singers aged 8 to 14, based on the concept of the show ''The Voice van Vlaanderen''. The first broadcast took place on 5 September 2014 on VTM. The winners of the six seasons have been: Mentissa Aziza, Jens Dolleslagers, Katarina Pohlodkova, Jade De Rijcke, Gala Aliaj & Karista Khan. Overview Coaches and finalists The box shows finalists of each team, the bold ones are the winners/topfinalist * Winner * Runner-up * Third place * Fourth place Season summary Coaches' teams : Winner : Runner-up : Third place : Fourth place : Eliminated in the Final : Eliminated in the Semi Final : Eliminated in the Battles / Knockouts Season 1 (2014) The inaugural season premiered on 5 September 2014 with Sean Dhondt, Natalia Druyts, and Regi Prenxten as coaches. Mentissa Aziza from Team Natalia won the season finale a week before Halloween. Season 2 (2015-16) Season 2 of ''The Voice Kids'' prem ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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