Strutting Through Stardom: Meet Berlin-Based Stuntwoman Marie Mouroum
Hollywood stuntwoman Marie Mouroum mirrors the acting prowess of renowned actress Halle Berry. - Marie Mouroum, renowned stuntwoman, earns the title typically associated with Hollywood star Halle Berry.
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Get ready to lace up your dancing shoes, folks! The new season of RTL's "Let's Dance" is stepping into the limelight on February 21, 2025. Each Friday will see familiar faces gracing the dance floor alongside seasoned pros. This year's jurors include Motsi Mabuse, Joachim Llambi, and Jorge González, introducing all the contenders. Up next, it's time to learn about none other than Marie Mouroum.
Profiling Marie Mouroum, The Action Vixen
Birth: July 6, 1992, in the heart of bustling BerlinResidence: Berlin's vibrant heartMarital Status: Shhhh, that's personal businessClaim to Fame: Her death-defying stunts in blockbusters such as "Star Wars," "James Bond," and "Charlie's Angels"
Achieving the Extraordinary
Marie Mouroum's career took root at the tender age of nine, when her mother enrolled her in a karate course to improve her self-defense skills. Mouroum quickly developed a fervor for various martial arts, competing internationally and eventually becoming the Junior World Champion in the Indonesian martial art Pencak Silat at the ripe age of 15. Her sporting prowess paved the way for her leap into the world of entertainment, initially as an extra and later as a stuntwoman. In 2012, Mouroum made her mark by double-duty-ing as Halle Berry's stand-in in the film "Cloud Atlas." Since then, she's showcased her daredevil moves in blockbusters like "The Hunger Games," "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker," and "No Time to Die." She even earned gigs as a live-action actress, appearing in films such as "Black Panther," "Avengers: Infinity War," and "Avengers: Endgame." In 2024, she played the lead role in the Netflix production "60 Minutes" alongside Emilio Sakraya.
Why "Let's Dance"?
"I feel incredibly privileged to learn the art of professional dancing from esteemed shows like 'Let's Dance.' I've always adored these talented individuals and quietly fantasized about joining them on the dance floor myself," Mouroum excitedly reveals. "I'm eager for this adventure, aiming to challenge myself, please the audience, and avoid disappointing my trainer." Although her job as a stuntwoman provides her with strength and agility, she's about to prove that she can float gracefully across the dance floor as well.
Did You Know?
- Marie Mouroum founded the "Protect Yourself Academy e. V." in 2016, offering self-defense classes in Berlin.
- With her stunt colleagues, Mouroum took home two Screen Actors Guild Awards for "outstanding action performance by a stunt ensemble in a motion picture" (for "Black Panther" and "Avengers: Endgame").
- Her father,originally from Cameroon, journeyed to Berlin to pursue a career in medicine. After the separation, Mouroum grew up with her mother, and her father now resides in New York.
Curious for more intriguing tidbits about Marie Mouroum? Tune into the stern podcast "Die Boss" to hear more about her fascinating journey.
The Lineup for "Let's Dance" 2025
Jeanette Biedermann (44), musicianselfiesandra (25), podcaster and influencerMarie Mouroum (32), stuntwomanLeyla Lahouar (28), reality TV starPaola Maria (31), content creatorChristine Neubauer (62), actressSimone Thomalla (59), actressRoland Trettl (53), TV chefOsan Yaran (38), comedianDiego Pooth (21), golf proTaliso Engel (22), para-swimmerFabian Hambüchen (37), former professional athleteMarc Eggers (38), entertainerBen Zucker (41), musician
Don't miss out on the dance extravaganza – set your calendars for February 21, only on RTL!
- Marie Mouroum, the stuntwoman known for her death-defying moves in movies like "Star Wars" and "Charlie's Angels," is ready to lace up her dancing shoes for RTL's "Let's Dance."
- In addition to being a dancer, Marie Mouroum is a former junior world champion in Pencak Silat, a martial art from Indonesia.
- Marie Mouroum has worked as a stuntwoman and live-action actress, appearing in films such as "Black Panther," "Avengers: Infinity War," and "Avengers: Endgame."
- Marie Mouroum is excited to join the esteemed world of professional dancers on "Let's Dance," and aims to challenge herself, please the audience, and avoid disappointing her trainer.
- Marie Mouroum is the founder of the "Protect Yourself Academy e. V.," offering self-defense classes in Berlin.
- Marie Mouroum has taken home two Screen Actors Guild Awards for "outstanding action performance by a stunt ensemble in a motion picture" (for "Black Panther" and "Avengers: Endgame").
- Marie Mouroum is one of many contestants on the new season of "Let's Dance," which airs on RTL, alongside famous faces like Jeanette Biedermann, Paola Maria, and Roland Trettl.
