Elia Zaharia

Who is Elia Zaharia?

Elia Zaharia or Zaharinë is an Albanian actress and dancer.

She is the daughter of Gjergj Zaharia and Yllka Mujo. Her father originates from the settlement Kosova in Qendër Piskovë, Përmet District, southern Albania; he claims descent from the Albanian Lords of Dagnum. Whilst the Mujo family come from Podgorica, Montenegro, later moving to Albania’s northern city of Shkodër during the Monarchist period. George Zaharia has 35 years educational experience, while Yllka was given the title of “Maestro of Arts” in recognition of her career in the National theatre. Elia has one brother, Amos Muji - Zaharia or Zaharinë who is a film director.

In May 2010, Elia Zaharia became engaged to Prince Leka of Albania, the only child and son of Leka, Crown Prince of Albania and grandson of Zog of Albania.