Jean Dujardin - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 19, 1972 |
|---|---|
| Age | 53 |
| Birthplace | Rueil-Malmaison, Hauts-de-Seine, France |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Jean Dujardin's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Winning the Academy Award for Best Actor for the film 'The Artist' (2011) |
Intro
Jean Dujardin is a French actor and comedian, best known internationally for his lead role in the 2011 silent film 'The Artist,' which earned him the Academy Award for Best Actor. He is recognized for his charisma, comedic timing, and his successful crossover from French television and cinema to global acclaim.
Early Life & Background
Jean Dujardin was born on June 19, 1972, in Rueil-Malmaison, a suburb of Paris, France. He started his career performing stand-up comedy and sketches before gaining prominence on the French TV show 'Un gars, une fille', which aired from 1999 to 2003.
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actor for 'The Artist' (2011), becoming the first French actor to win in this category [1][2].
- Starred in the popular French television series 'Un gars, une fille' (1999-2003) [1].
- Appeared in and co-created the comedic spy film series 'OSS 117: Cairo, Nest of Spies' (2006) and its sequel 'OSS 117: Lost in Rio' (2009) [1][2].
- Worked with acclaimed directors such as Michel Hazanavicius and George Clooney.
Trivia
- He is the first French actor to win an Academy Award for Best Actor [1][2].
- He started his acting career later than many, after completing his mandatory military service.
- He has appeared in both French and English-language films.
FAQs
People also ask
Jean Dujardin is 53 years old.
Jean Dujardin was born the 19 June 1972.
Rueil-Malmaison, Hauts-de-Seine, France.
On His Birth-Day
About June 19th, 1972, in brief:
- Historical events: Hurricane Agnes made landfall on June 19, 1972, causing widespread destruction across the eastern United States. It resulted in severe flooding and significant damage, leading to numerous fatalities and extensive property loss.
- Day of the week: June 19th, 1972 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Candy Man by Sammy Davis Jr.
- #1 UK song: Vincent by Don McLean
- Popular movie: The Godfather directed by Francis Ford Coppola
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