Georges Kiejman was a French actor who is best known for The Musician Killer, L’exercice du pouvoir, and L’harmonie familiale. Born on August 12, 1932, in Paris, France, he passed away on May 6, 2023, in the same city.
Personal and Family Life
Georges Kiejman was married three times; his wives were Marie-France Pisier, Claude Schwab, and Laure Debreuil. He had three children with Debreuil, who was a journalist. Kiejman’s father died during the Holocaust in Auschwitz, an event that marked his family’s history. He also had a cousin named René Urtreger.
Career
Kiejman was not only an actor but also a famous French lawyer linked to many prominent artists. He was a friend of well-known politicians like Pierre Mendès France and François Mitterrand and served as a minister in socialist governments. His legal career and connections influenced both his professional and personal life.
Death and Legacy
Georges Kiejman died from heart complications on May 6, 2023, in Paris. He left behind a legacy as both an accomplished actor and a significant figure in French law, particularly in the arts. His contributions to film and legal advocacy are remembered by many in both industries.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Godard à la télé | 1999-12-06 | Self (archive footage) |
| Les Deux mémoires | 1974-02-27 | Self |
| L’Exercice du pouvoir | 1978-03-08 | R.P. Roumagne |
| François Truffaut l’insoumis | 2014-11-02 | Self – lawyer, François Truffaut’s friend |
| La bataille des dix millions | 1971-01-01 | |
| François Mitterrand, à bout portant | 2011-05-10 | Self |
| L’Assassinat de Pierre Goldman | 2005-12-28 | Self |
| L’assassin musicien | 1976-03-17 | |
| Télévision (histoires secrètes) | 1996-04-20 | Self |