Gratien Gélinas was a Canadian actor and writer best known for Tit Coq (1953), La dame aux camélias, la vraie (1942), and Les Quat’ fers en l’air (1954). He was born on December 8, 1909, in Saint-Tite, Quebec. He passed away on March 16, 1999, in Deux-Montagnes, Quebec.
Personal and Family Life
Gratien Gélinas was married twice. His first wife was Simone Lalonde, with whom he had seven children. After her passing, he married Huguette Oligny in 1973, and they remained together until his death.
Death and Legacy
Gratien Gélinas died on March 16, 1999, due to Alzheimer’s disease. His contributions to Canadian theater and film have left a lasting impact, making him an important figure in the arts. He is remembered for his unique storytelling and performances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Agnes of God | 1985-09-13 | Father Martineau |
| Red | 1970-03-26 | Frederic |
| Tit-Coq | 1953-02-20 | Tit Coq |
| Métropole | 1947-01-01 | Self |
| Les Tisserands du pouvoir 2, la révolte | 1988-12-16 | Jean-Baptiste à 86 ans |
| Cordélia | 1980-02-07 | Judge Bosse |
| Fridolinons | 1945-10-14 | Fridolin / Various roles |
| Fred Barry comédien | 1959-01-01 | Self |
| Les Tisserands du pouvoir | 1988-10-21 | Jean-Baptiste at 86 |
| La Dame aux Camélias, la vraie | 1942-01-01 | Fridolin |
| The Canadian Conspiracy | 1986-06-08 | |
| First Performance | 1956-10-03 | |
| Le Grand Échiquier | 1972-01-12 | Self |