Jonis Bashir

Jonis Bascir (born 17 September 1960) is a Somali-Italian actor and musician.

Jonis is the son of Muheddin Hagi Bascir, and was born in Rome in 1960. His father is Somali and his mother is Italian.

Growing up, Jonis lived between six and ten years in Somalia.

He is the grandson of Haji Bashir Ismail Yusuf, the first President of the Somali National Assembly.

Jonis is married to Nicoletta.

Professionally, Jonis is best known for his role in Un medico in famiglia (1998–2008), a Rai 1 television series. He has also appeared in The Stone Merchant (2006), Anita Garibaldi (2012) and Regalo a sorpresa (2013).

Additionally, Jonis regularly performs with his own band.

He has been a spokesperson for the Kosè coffee brand.