PROFILE DETAILS
NAME: Estere Ciccone
REAL NAME: Estere Ciccone (formerly Estere Mwale)
AGE: 13 years old
Gender: Female
weight: Information not publicly available
Height: Information not publicly available
Birthdate: August 24, 2012
Birth Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Mchinji, Malawi
Profession: Student / Performer
RELIGION: Information not publicly available
FAMILY: The Ciccone Family
PARENTS: Madonna (Adoptive Mother), Adam Mwale (Biological Father), Patricia Kabande (Biological Mother, deceased)
CAREER: Student / Public Figure / Dancer
Nationality: Malawian-American
SOCIAL PROFILES: Information not publicly available (Managed via Madonna’s official accounts)
Family life
Estere is part of a large, diverse family. Her siblings include:
- Lourdes Leon: Her eldest sister (fashion model/singer).
- Rocco Ritchie: Her eldest brother (artist).
- David Banda: Her brother (musician/dancer), also adopted from Malawi.
- Mercy James: Her sister (pianist), also adopted from Malawi.
- Stella Ciccone: Her twin sister.
The family is known for being tight-knit, with Madonna often emphasizing the importance of artistic expression and discipline in their upbringing.
Associated with
Estere is most closely associated with her mother, Madonna. She has also been seen in the company of high-profile fashion designers like Jean Paul Gaultier and Donatella Versace, who have provided costumes for her stage appearances. She is also linked to the global “Ballroom” culture, having been mentored in voguing by professional dancers on her mother’s world tours.
Trivia
- Estere is a talented DJ and has been filmed practicing on professional decks since she was nine years old.
- She made her “runway debut” at age 11 during a concert at London’s O2 Arena.
- She and her sister Stella were featured in a high-profile photoshoot for Vogue Italia shortly after their adoption.
- She is fluent in English and has studied Portuguese.
BIOGRAPHY
Executive Summary
Estere Ciccone (b. August 24, 2012) is a Malawian-American public figure and performer, best known as the daughter of the legendary pop icon Madonna. Born in Mchinji, Malawi, Estere’s early years were marked by hardship following the loss of her biological mother. However, her life took a transformative turn in February 2017 when she and her twin sister, Stella, were adopted by Madonna. This event not only provided Estere with a stable and loving home but also placed her at the center of the global entertainment industry.
By 2026, Estere has emerged as a distinct personality within the Ciccone family. While she remains a student, her natural aptitude for the performing arts became evident during Madonna’s Celebration Tour (2023–2024). At just 11 years old, Estere captivated audiences worldwide with her confidence and precision in “voguing,” a dance style deeply rooted in the LGBTQ+ ballroom culture that her mother helped mainstream decades earlier. Her performances were not merely cameos; they were viewed by critics as a passing of the torch, showcasing a young girl who is comfortable in the spotlight and possesses a genuine passion for dance and fashion.
Estere’s upbringing is a blend of high-fashion glamour and rigorous artistic education. Under Madonna’s tutelage, she has been exposed to the world’s most influential artists, designers, and musicians. Despite this extraordinary environment, her mother has often shared glimpses of a grounded domestic life, emphasizing homework, chores, and family unity. As Estere enters her teenage years in 2026, she stands as a symbol of the modern, multicultural family. Whether she chooses to pursue a professional career in the arts or remains a private citizen, Estere Ciccone continues to be a subject of public fascination, representing a journey of resilience from a Malawian orphanage to the world’s most prestigious stages.