Jean Dujardin
French actor and Academy Award winner
Born
June 19th, 1972
53 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
France
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Born in France in 1972, a prominent actor achieved recognition primarily through the film 'The Artist', which utilized silent film techniques to tell its story. The film garnered numerous accolades, including the Academy Award for Best Picture. Dujardin's performance earned him the Academy Award for Best Actor, marking him as the first French actor to win this honor. In addition to 'The Artist', appeared in several comedies and dramas, solidifying a successful career in both French and international cinema.
Won Academy Award for Best Actor for 'The Artist'
Starred in 'The Intouchables'
Featured in 'OSS 117: Cairo, Nest of Spies'
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