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Maria Schneider - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 27, 1952 |
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| Died | February 03, 2011 (age 58) |
| Birthplace | Paris, France |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Maria Schneider's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Her lead role as Jeanne in 'Last Tango in Paris' (1972). |
Intro
Maria Schneider was a French actress best known for her role as Jeanne in Bernardo Bertolucci's 1972 film 'Last Tango in Paris' alongside Marlon Brando. Her performance in this controversial film brought her international recognition at a young age.
Early Life & Background
Born in Paris to French actor Daniel Gélin and Romanian-born model Marie-Christine Schneider, Maria Schneider grew up in Paris, largely raised by her mother. She started acting as a teenager and quickly attracted attention in the French film industry.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough leading role in 'Last Tango in Paris' (1972)
- 'The Passenger' (1975) directed by Michelangelo Antonioni, opposite Jack Nicholson
- Featured in numerous French and international films throughout the 1970s and 1980s
Trivia
- Schneider was only 19 when she filmed 'Last Tango in Paris,' a role for which she later expressed regret due to her experiences on set.
- She became an advocate for actors' rights, highlighting abuses of power within the film industry.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Maria Schneider born?
Maria Schneider was born the 27 March 1952.
Where is Maria Schneider from?
Paris, France.
On Her Birth-Day
About March 27th, 1952, in brief:
- Day of the week: March 27th, 1952 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Blue Tango by Guy Lombardo & His Royal Canadians
- Popular movie: High Noon directed by Fred Zinnemann
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