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Emmanuelle Riva - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 24, 1927 |
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| Died | January 27, 2017 (age 89) |
| Birthplace | Cheniménil, Vosges, France |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Emmanuelle Riva's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Roles in 'Hiroshima mon amour' and 'Amour'; acclaimed career in French cinema and theater |
Intro
Emmanuelle Riva was a distinguished French actress best known internationally for her role in the film 'Hiroshima mon amour' (1959) and later for her Academy Award-nominated performance in 'Amour' (2012). Over her six-decade career, she worked extensively in film, television, and theater.
Early Life & Background
Emmanuelle Riva was born Paulette Germaine Riva in Cheniménil, Vosges, France, in 1927. She moved to Paris as a young woman to pursue her passion for acting, studying at the Théâtre Vieux-Colombier.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Elle in Alain Resnais's critically acclaimed 'Hiroshima mon amour' (1959)
- Won the BAFTA award and received Academy Award and César Award nominations for 'Amour' (2012)
- Acted in numerous French films, including 'Thérèse Desqueyroux' (1962) and 'Léon Morin, Priest' (1961)
- Received lifetime achievement recognition from major film festivals and organizations
Trivia
- Emmanuelle Riva became the oldest person to be nominated for a Best Actress Oscar at age 85 for 'Amour' (2012).
- She was an accomplished poet and photographer, with her works exhibited and published in France.
- Riva continued performing on stage and screen well into her 80s.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Emmanuelle Riva born?
Emmanuelle Riva was born the 24 February 1927.
Where is Emmanuelle Riva from?
Cheniménil, Vosges, France.
On Her Birth-Day
About February 24th, 1927, in brief:
- Historical events: The John Golden Theatre, located in New York City, officially opened its doors on February 24, 1927. It has since become a notable venue for Broadway productions, showcasing a variety of performances over the decades.
- Day of the week: February 24th, 1927 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Gaucho directed by F. Richard Jones
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