Edwige Belmore was a French-American actress and model who is best known for her appearances in various films and as a prominent figure in Parisian nightlife during the late 1970s and early 1980s. She gained fame as the “Queen of Punks” and collaborated with notable personalities like Andy Warhol.
Personal and Family Life
Edwige was born on February 26, 1957, in Villejuif, Île-de-France, France. She began her career as a model and was known for her distinct blonde disheveled hairstyle. Edwige lived a vibrant life, traveling between Paris and New York City and engaging in the local nightlife scene, where she formed valuable connections within the art and music community.
Career
Her career took off after meeting Andy Warhol, with whom she made a significant impact in the New York underground scene. In 1979, she formed a new-wave pop duet, Mathématiques Modernes, which produced the well-received single “Disco Rough.” She was also involved in various films and explored different musical avenues throughout her career, including singing and performing in live events.
Death and Legacy
Edwige passed away on September 22, 2015, in Miami, Florida, due to liver failure related to untreated chronic hepatitis. She is remembered not only for her contributions to music and film but also as an influential figure in the punk and new-wave culture of her time. Her vibrant spirit and artistic endeavors have left a lasting impression on those who knew her and the communities she was a part of.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Deux ombres | La mère de Paul (as Edwige Belmore) |
| 1988 | Because the Dawn | Self |
| 1985 | The Way It Is | Aglaonice (as Edwige Belmore) |
| 1982 | Chassé-croisé | Le professeur de piano |
| 1981 | La marque du destin | Self |
| 1980 | Scopitone | La chef de gang (as Edwige Gruss) |
| 1979 | L’enfant secret | La prostituée (as Edwige Gruss) |
| 1978 | Sale rêveur | Wanda (as Edwige Gruss) |
| 1975 | L’héroïne de l’enfance | Self |