Danièle Delorme - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

Born	October 09, 1926
Died	October 17, 2015 (age 89)
Birthplace	Paris, France
Zodiac Sign	Libra - (see also Danièle Delorme's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese Zodiac	Tiger
Generation	Greatest Generation
Known For	French cinema actress best known for 'Gigi' (1949), 'Sous le ciel de Paris' (1951), and as a pioneering female film producer.

Intro

Danièle Delorme was a renowned French actress and film producer, acclaimed for her delicate, nuanced performances across French cinema from the 1940s to the 1970s. She gained recognition for roles in classics such as 'Gigi' (1949) and later became a producer dedicated to important, often socially conscious, films.

Early Life & Background

Danièle Delorme was born Gabrielle Danièle Marguerite Andrée Girard in Paris, France. She was the daughter of André Girard, a painter and resistance fighter. Delorme began studying dramatic art at a young age and entered the world of acting during her teenage years, debuting in French cinema in the mid-1940s.

Career Highlights

• Starred in the classic French film 'Gigi' (1949), establishing her as a leading actress.
• Appeared in over 50 films across a career spanning from the 1940s to the 1970s.
• Transitioned into film production in the 1970s, becoming a respected producer noted for championing new talent and socially relevant films.
• Served as a jury member at the 36th Berlin International Film Festival in 1986.

Trivia

• Was married to actor Daniel Gélin and later to film director Yves Robert.
• Her real name was Gabrielle Danièle Marguerite Andrée Girard.
• She was the daughter of celebrated painter and resistance figure André Girard.

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Sources

1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dani%C3%A8le_Delorme
2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0217752/