Denise Duval was an American actress who is best known for Meu Japão Brasileiro, La Voix humaine, and La joie de vivre.
Personal and Family Life
Denise Duval was born on October 23, 1921, in Paris, France. Her father was a military officer, and she spent her childhood in various places, including Indochina, Senegal, and China, before her family finally settled in Bordeaux. She pursued her education in music and drama at the Bordeaux Conservatoire.
Career
Duval made her professional stage debut as Lola in “Cavalleria Rusticana” with the Bordeaux Opéra in 1943. She later performed at the Paris Opera, where she debuted as Salomé in “Hérodiade,” and also at the Opera Comique as Cio-Cio-San in “Madame Butterfly.” Throughout her career, she became a prominent figure in opera and was a muse to composer Francis Poulenc.
Death and Legacy
Denise Duval passed away on January 25, 2016, in Bex, Vaud, Switzerland. Her contributions to the arts, particularly in opera, left a lasting impact, and she is remembered for her unique talent and performances. Duval’s collaborations with notable composers and her remarkable career serve as a testament to her legacy.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| La voix humaine | 1971-11-26 | The lover on the phone |
| Meu Japão Brasileiro | 1964-04-03 | |
| Le Grand Échiquier | 1972-01-12 | Self |