Claude is 23 years old as of October 2026. He was born on 16 September 2003.
Congolese-born Dutch singer whose debut Ladada topped the Dutch chart
Did you know?He sings in a mix of French and Dutch, reflecting his Congolese roots.
Quick facts
Date of birth16 September 2003
Age23
NationalityDutch
BirthplaceDemocratic Republic of the Congo
Editor's Take:
Claude became one of the Netherlands' breakout pop stars with his very first release. Ladada mixed French lyrics with an easy, sunny melody. It went straight to the top of the Dutch chart. He followed it with several more hits. His personal story of arriving in the country as a child struck a chord with many listeners. Eurovision then gave him a stage in front of a huge European audience. He is now one of the best-known young singers in the Netherlands.
Key Milestones
2022: Tops the Dutch chart with Ladada
2025: Is chosen for Eurovision
2025: Sings in the Eurovision final
Claude Kiambe (born 16 September 2003), known mononymously as Claude (Dutch pronunciation: ), is a Congolese-born Dutch singer-songwriter. His debut single "Ladada (Mon dernier mot)" topped the Dutch Singles Chart in 2022, followed by a further four charting singles.
