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Madeleine Lebeau - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 10, 1923 |
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| Died | May 01, 2016 (age 92) |
| Birthplace | Antony, Hauts-de-Seine, France |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Madeleine Lebeau's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Her performance as Yvonne in 'Casablanca' (1942). |
Intro
Madeleine Lebeau was a French actress best known internationally for her role as Yvonne in the classic film "Casablanca" (1942). She enjoyed a successful career in both French and American cinema during the 1940s and 1950s.
Early Life & Background
Madeleine Lebeau was born on June 10, 1923, in Antony, a suburb of Paris, France. Details about her childhood and family are limited, but she began acting at a young age and entered the French film industry in the early 1940s.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Yvonne in 'Casablanca' (1942), delivering a memorable performance in the famous 'La Marseillaise' scene.
- Appeared in 'Gentleman Jim' (1942) and 'Paris After Dark' (1943).
- Acted alongside major Hollywood stars shortly after emigrating to the United States during World War II.
- Returned to work in French cinema postwar, appearing in films such as 'Les Chouans' (1947) and 'Les Amants de Montparnasse' (1958).
Trivia
- She was the last surviving cast member of 'Casablanca' at the time of her death in 2016.
- Fled Nazi-occupied France with her husband, Marcel Dalio, also an actor in 'Casablanca'.
- Her emotional performance during the 'La Marseillaise' scene in 'Casablanca' became iconic.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Madeleine Lebeau born?
Madeleine Lebeau was born the 10 June 1923.
Where is Madeleine Lebeau from?
Antony, Hauts-de-Seine, France.
On Her Birth-Day
About June 10th, 1923, in brief:
- Day of the week: June 10th, 1923 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Down Hearted Blues by Bessie Smith
- Popular movie: Scaramouche directed by Rex Ingram
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