Maud Guerard

Maud Guerard, born c. 2000 in Paris, is an Ivorian actress who grew up in Togo and Ivory CoastStudied political science at Sciences Po Paris before training at Stella Adler Academy, LA.Winner of Africa Monologue Challenge 2024; known for 3 Cold Dishes (2025), Le Journal (2023), The Kiwi (2022).

EARLY LIFE

Maud Guerard was born around 2000 in Paris. She grew up in Togo and Ivory Coast, and studied political science at Sciences Po Paris before training at Stella Adler Academy, LA.

CAREER

Maud Guerard is an Ivorian actress. She is the winner of Africa Monologue Challenge (AMC) Season 2 and is known for her roles in films such as '3 Cold Dishes' (2025), 'Le Journal' (2023), and 'The Kiwi' (2022). In 2025, she won 'Best Female Actor in a Leading Role' and 'Most Promising Actor in Africa' at the Regal Film Awards (REFFA) for her performance in the film '3 Cold Dishes'. She is currently working alongside the Ministry of Culture and Francophonie of Côte d’Ivoire for Africa Monologue Challenge Season 3 in March 2026. She is also set to headline a Pan-African feature film in Ivory Coast in 2027, alongside other finalists from AMC Season 2.

PERSONAL LIFE

Maud Guerard described her REFFA awards as a 'responsibility to keep telling African stories with honesty and courage,' emphasizing that the recognition belongs to her country as much as to her craft. She dedicated the 'Most Promising Actress' award to every voice from Côte d’Ivoire and every storyteller who believes African narratives should be seen and celebrated globally. She credits the Africa Monologue Challenge for opening doors for her growth, challenges, and for allowing her to represent her country and a vibrant creative generation.