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Marcel Mouloudji - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 16, 1922 |
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| Died | June 14, 1994 (age 71) |
| Birthplace | Paris, France |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Marcel Mouloudji's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Famous for his emotive singing style, classic songs such as 'Un jour tu verras' and 'Le Déserteur', and acclaimed roles in French films. |
Intro
Marcel Mouloudji was a celebrated French singer, actor, and songwriter, known for his poignant chansons and significant contributions to French popular music and cinema in the mid-20th century.
Early Life & Background
Born to an Algerian father and a Breton mother in Paris, Marcel Mouloudji grew up in a working-class environment that greatly influenced his artistic sensibility. He began performing at a young age, joining theatrical troupes in his teens and interacting with prominent left-wing artists and intellectuals.
Career Highlights
- Won the Prix de la chanson française at the 1953 Cannes Film Festival for 'Comme un p’tit coquelicot'.
- Released the influential anti-war song 'Le Déserteur' in 1954.
- Starred in films such as 'La Guerre des gosses' (1936) and 'Nous sommes tous des assassins' (1952).
- Recorded over a dozen albums and became a key figure in French chanson traditions.
Trivia
- Was associated with literary figures like Jean-Paul Sartre and Simone de Beauvoir.
- His song 'Le Déserteur' was banned from French radio for its pacifist stance.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Marcel Mouloudji born?
Marcel Mouloudji was born the 16 September 1922.
Where is Marcel Mouloudji from?
Paris, France.
On His Birth-Day
About September 16th, 1922, in brief:
- Day of the week: September 16th, 1922 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Spread Yo' Stuff by Ethel Waters Jazz Masters
- Popular movie: Sherlock Holmes directed by Guy Ritchie
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