French Actor. His role as the transvestite nightclub owner Albin Mougeotte in the original stage and film versions of "La cage aux folles" propelled him into international stardom. He was in over 130 films in a career that lasted over fifty years. He was one of France's most versatile actors, whether playing a serial killer, farmer, banker or rapist. He made his film debut in 1954 with his big break coming in 1972 with the leading role in "The Life Annuity". He won three Cesar awards - the French version of the Oscar. He remained active in films well into his seventies.
French Actor. His role as the transvestite nightclub owner Albin Mougeotte in the original stage and film versions of "La cage aux folles" propelled him into international stardom. He was in over 130 films in a career that lasted over fifty years. He was one of France's most versatile actors, whether playing a serial killer, farmer, banker or rapist. He made his film debut in 1954 with his big break coming in 1972 with the leading role in "The Life Annuity". He won three Cesar awards - the French version of the Oscar. He remained active in films well into his seventies.
Bio by: Ron Moody
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