Claude Rich was a French actor who is best known for his roles in “I Love You, I Love You,” “Asterix & Obelix: Mission Cleopatra,” and “Le souper.” He was born on February 8, 1929, in Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin, France, and had a successful career in film and theater until his death on July 20, 2017.
Personal and Family Life
Claude Rich was married to Catherine Rich from June 26, 1959, until his death. Together, they had two daughters, Nathalie and Delphine, who is also an actress. Rich was known for his joyful presence, both in his performances and in his personal life. He even won a second prize for comedy in 1953 at the Conservatoire.
Death and Legacy
Claude Rich passed away on July 20, 2017, in Orgeval, Yvelines, France, due to illness. He left behind a legacy of captivating performances that brought happiness to audiences. He is remembered for creating the role of Talleyrand in the play “Le souper,” a role that earned him critical acclaim.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Oscar | 1967-10-11 | Christian Martin, prétendant de la fille Barnier |
| Astérix & Obélix Mission Cléopâtre | 2002-01-30 | Panoramix |
| La Fille de d’Artagnan | 1994-08-24 | Duca di Crassac |
| La mariée était en noir | 1968-03-22 | Bliss |
| Paris brûle-t-il? | 1966-10-26 | General Leclerc/Lieutenant Pierre de la Fouchardière |
| Je t’aime, je t’aime | 1968-04-24 | Claude Ridder |
| La Chasse à l’homme | 1964-09-18 | Julien |
| La Chambre ardente | 1962-03-30 | Stéphane Desgrez |
| Cœurs | 2006-11-22 | Arthur (voix) |
| Les Tontons flingueurs | 1963-11-27 | Antoine Delafoy |
| Aide-toi le ciel t’aidera | 2008-08-30 | Robert |
| Escalier C | 1985-06-06 | le père de Forster |
| Le Caporal épinglé | 1962-05-23 | Ballochet |
| Le Mystère de la chambre jaune | 2003-06-11 | Le juge De Marquet |
| Stavisky… | 1974-05-15 | Inspecteur Bonny |
| Le crime est notre affaire | 2008-10-02 | Roderick Charpentier |
| Ni vu… Ni connu… | 1958-04-23 | Amédée Fléchard |
| Bancs publics (Versailles rive droite) | 2009-07-08 | Backgammon player # 1 |
| Président | 2006-09-20 | Frédéric Saint-Guillaume |
| Capitaine Conan | 1996-10-16 | General Pitard de Lauzier |
| La femme de Jean | 1974-03-30 | Jean |
| Le Souper | 1992-12-23 | Talleyrand |