Roger Hanin
French actor and director of 'Navarro'
Born
October 20th, 1925
100 years ago
Died
February 11th, 2015
10 years ago — 89 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
France
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An actor, director, and screenwriter from France. Gained prominence through performances in television series and films, particularly memorable for portraying police chief Navarro in the long-running French show 'Navarro'. Directed several films, demonstrating a wide range of creative talents. Worked in theater and was active in promoting French cinema throughout a career spanning over five decades.
Portrayed police chief Navarro in 'Navarro'
Directed films including 'Les Honorables'
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