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Jacques Dutronc

Jacques Dutronc - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornApril 28, 1943
Age82
BirthplaceParis, France
Zodiac SignTaurus - (see also Jacques Dutronc's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacGoat
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForPioneering French pop and rock music in the 1960s, hits like 'Et moi, et moi, et moi', and his successful career as an actor.

Intro

Jacques Dutronc is a renowned French singer, songwriter, composer, and actor, celebrated for his influential music career in the 1960s and 1970s as well as his acclaimed performances in French cinema.

Early Life & Background

Jacques Dutronc was born on April 28, 1943, in Paris, France. He grew up in Paris, where he studied art at the École des Arts Appliqués before entering the music industry.

Career Highlights

  • Became a prominent figure in French pop music after releasing 'Et moi, et moi, et moi' in 1966.
  • Produced multiple hit albums throughout the late 1960s and 1970s, such as 'Les Play Boys' and 'Il est cinq heures, Paris s'éveille'.
  • Won the Grand Prix du Disque, a major French music award, in 1967.
  • Launched a successful acting career, notably starring in films like 'Van Gogh' (1991), for which he received a César Award nomination.
  • Received the Chevalier of the Legion of Honour in France.

Trivia

  • Dutronc was the lead guitarist of the band El Toro et les Cyclones before his solo career.
  • He has been married to singer Françoise Hardy since 1981, although the couple has lived separately for many years.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Jacques Dutronc?

Jacques Dutronc is 82 years old.

When was Jacques Dutronc born?

Jacques Dutronc was born the 28 April 1943.

Where is Jacques Dutronc from?

Paris, France.

On His Birth-Day

About April 28th, 1943, in brief:

  • Historical events: Benito Mussolini and his mistress Clara Petacci were executed on April 28, 1943, by Italian partisans. This event marked a significant moment in the downfall of Fascist Italy during World War II.
  • Day of the week: April 28th, 1943 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: The Song of Bernadette directed by Henry King

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jacques_Dutronc
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0245270/