Jelle Florizoone (born 22 September 1995) is a Belgian actor and dancer. He is best known for his roles as Pim in the film ''

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'' (2011) and Rick in the children's series '' ROX'' (2011–2015).

Early life and education

Florizoone was born in the coastal town of

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. He became a fan of all things performing arts at a young age, and his mother enrolled him in local ballet classes. It was then suggested he audition for the Royal Ballet School of Antwerp, where he would attend as a boarding student. He went on to study Musical Theatre at the

Royal Conservatory of Brussels The Royal Conservatory of Brussels (french: Conservatoire royal de Bruxelles, nl, Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussel) is a historic conservatory in Brussels, Belgium. Starting its activities in 1813, it received its official name in 1832. Provid ...

, but withdrew two years into the course to make time for ''ROX''.

Career

In 2011, Florizoone starred as the main character of Pim in the Flemish drama film ''

''. The film follows the story of Pim, a boy living with his reckless mother, who falls in love with his male best friend, Gino. Later, he starred in the children's superhero drama '' ROX'' (2011–present), which revolves around three young heroes with exceptional talents and an exceptional car called ROX. Florizoone has also appeared in the TV show ''

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'', and in the movies ''

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'' and ''

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''. In September 2015 he was first seen as Guido Van Den Bossche, a main role in VTM's

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'', being the fourth actor in a row performing this character. After some months he decided to quit the soap at end of season's finale in June 2016. He was succeeded by Vincent Banic.

Personal life

He is openly gay. He has worked part-time as a flight attendant.

Filmography

Film

Television

Stage

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Florizoone, Jelle 1995 births 21st-century Flemish male actors Belgian male television actors Belgian gay actors Flight attendants Living people People from Ostend