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Sylvie Testud - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 17, 1971 |
|---|---|
| Age | 55 |
| Birthplace | Lyon, France |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Sylvie Testud's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Renowned for her roles in films such as 'La Vie en Rose' (as Momone), 'Lourdes', and 'Fear and Trembling', as well as her talents as an author and director. |
Intro
Sylvie Testud is a French actress, writer, and film director. She is acclaimed for her versatile performances in European cinema and has received several top awards for her work.
Early Life & Background
Born in Lyon, France, Sylvie Testud grew up in a multilingual environment, with a French father and an Italian mother who moved to France in the 1960s. She developed an early interest in the arts and later honed her acting skills at the Conservatoire national supérieur d'art dramatique in Paris.
Career Highlights
- Won the César Award for Most Promising Actress for 'Murderous Maids' (2002)
- Won the César Award for Best Actress for 'Fear and Trembling' (2004)
- Played Momone, Edith Piaf's best friend, in the Oscar-winning film 'La Vie en Rose' (2007)
- Starred in 'Lourdes', which earned her the Best Actress award at the European Film Awards (2009)
- Published several books and directed feature films
Trivia
- She is fluent in several languages, including French, Italian, German, and English.
- She portrayed the protagonist in the adaptation of Amélie Nothomb’s autobiographical novel 'Fear and Trembling', learning Japanese for the role.
- Was made a Chevalier of the Legion of Honour in 2009.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Sylvie Testud?
Sylvie Testud is 55 years old.
When was Sylvie Testud born?
Sylvie Testud was born the 17 January 1971.
Where is Sylvie Testud from?
Lyon, France.
On Her Birth-Day
About January 17th, 1971, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 17, 1971, Gary Gilmore was executed by firing squad in Utah, marking the first execution in the United States since 1967 and ending the de facto moratorium on capital punishment.
- Day of the week: January 17th, 1971 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: My Sweet Lord by George Harrison
- #1 UK song: Grandad by Clive Dunn
- Popular movie: A Clockwork Orange directed by Stanley Kubrick
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