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Patrick Dewaere

Patrick Dewaere - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornJanuary 26, 1947
DiedJuly 16, 1982 (age 35)
BirthplaceSaint-Brieuc, Côtes-d'Armor, Brittany, France
Zodiac SignAquarius - (see also Patrick Dewaere's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacPig
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForStarring in French films such as 'Les Valseuses,' 'Série noire,' and 'Coup de tête,' as well as being a major figure of French cinema in the 1970s.

Intro

Patrick Dewaere was a renowned French actor acclaimed for his intense performances and versatility in French cinema during the 1970s and early 1980s. Known for his deep emotional range and raw portrayals, he starred in several notable French films before his untimely death.

Early Life & Background

Patrick Dewaere was born into an acting family, the son of French actress Mado Maurin. He began his career as a child actor, initially performing alongside his mother and siblings, and was active in theatre before transitioning to film.

Career Highlights

  • Breakthrough role in 'Les Valseuses' (1974) alongside Gérard Depardieu
  • Critical acclaim for performances in 'Série noire' (1979) and 'Coup de tête' (1979)
  • Received César Award nominations for Best Actor five times
  • Remembered for his collaboration with influential French directors including Bertrand Blier and Alain Corneau

Trivia

  • Patrick Dewaere was originally born as Patrick Maurice Eugène Maurin.
  • He struggled with depression and tragically died by suicide at the age of 35.
  • Dewaere is remembered as an icon of 1970s French cinema and has a cult following among French film enthusiasts.

FAQs

People also ask

When was Patrick Dewaere born?

Patrick Dewaere was born the 26 January 1947.

Where is Patrick Dewaere from?

Saint-Brieuc, Côtes-d'Armor, Brittany, France.

On His Birth-Day

About January 26th, 1947, in brief:

  • Historical events: On January 26, 1947, a KLM Douglas DC-3 crashed shortly after takeoff from Copenhagen's Kastrup Airport, killing all 22 on board, including Prince Gustaf Adolf of Sweden and American opera singer Grace Moore.
  • Day of the week: January 26th, 1947 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Open The Door, Richard! by Jack McVea & His All-Stars
  • Popular movie: The Fugitive directed by John Ford

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patrick_Dewaere
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0223075/