Fanny Ardant

French actress and director, 'The Night' (1993)

Fanny Ardant - French actress and director, 'The Night' (1993)
Born

March 22nd, 1949
75 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

France

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Actress, director, and screenwriter born in 1949. Gained prominence in French cinema during the 1980s and 1990s, particularly for collaborations with director François Truffaut. Starred in notable films such as 'The Woman Next Door' (1981) and 'The Night' (1993). Also directed projects like 'True Love' (2010). Received multiple César Awards, the French equivalent of the Oscars, recognizing outstanding performances in film.

Starred in 'The Woman Next Door' (1981)

Directed 'True Love' (2010)

Received the César Award for Best Actress

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