Marion Cotillard

French actress and singer, 'La Vie en Rose'

Marion Cotillard - French actress and singer, 'La Vie en Rose'
Born

September 30th, 1975
49 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

France

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Born in France, a highly regarded actress and singer gained recognition through performances that showcased a wide range of emotional depth. Played Édith Piaf in the film 'La Vie en Rose', earning an Academy Award for Best Actress. Also featured in films such as 'Inception' and 'The Dark Knight Rises'. Worked in various international productions and received multiple accolades for contributions to cinema.

Won the Academy Award for 'La Vie en Rose'

Starred in 'Inception'

Starred in 'The Dark Knight Rises'

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