Albert Dupontel - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 11, 1961 |
|---|---|
| Age | 65 |
| Birthplace | Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Albert Dupontel's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Critically acclaimed French films including 'Bernie,' '9 Month Stretch' ('9 mois ferme'), and 'Bye Bye Morons' ('Adieu les cons'). |
Intro
Albert Dupontel is a French actor, film director, and screenwriter best known for his work in dark comedies and dramatic films such as 'Bernie,' '9 Month Stretch,' and 'Bye Bye Morons.' His unique blend of humor and emotionally charged narratives has earned him critical acclaim in France and beyond.
Early Life & Background
Albert Dupontel, born Philippe Guillaume on January 11, 1961, in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France, originally studied medicine before switching to a career in comedy and acting at the Cours Florent drama school in Paris.
Career Highlights
- Starred in and directed the cult black comedy 'Bernie' (1996).
- Achieved major critical and commercial success with '9 Month Stretch' (2013), which won him the César Award for Best Original Screenplay.
- Directed and starred in 'Bye Bye Morons' ('Adieu les cons,' 2020), which won seven César Awards including Best Film and Best Director.
- Notable performances in films such as 'Irreversible' (2002) and 'A Very Long Engagement' (2004).
Trivia
- Born Philippe Guillaume, he adopted the stage name Albert Dupontel.
- He often plays quirky, unconventional characters and is known for his signature dark humor.
- Has a background in medicine, leaving medical studies to pursue acting.
FAQs
People also ask
Albert Dupontel is 65 years old.
Albert Dupontel was born the 11 January 1961.
Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France.
On His Birth-Day
About January 11th, 1961, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 11, 1961, following the enrollment of Hamilton E. Holmes and Charlayne Hunter, a riot erupted outside Hunter's dormitory, involving approximately 1,000 people, including members of the Ku Klux Klan, protesting the university's desegregation.
- Day of the week: January 11th, 1961 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Wonderland By Night by Bert Kaempfert and His Orchestra
- #1 UK song: Poetry In Motion by Johnny Tillotson
- Popular movie: West Side Story directed by Jerome Robbins, Robert Wise
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