Jean Danet was an American actor known for his roles in “Bel Ami,” “Notre-Dame de Paris,” and “Deburau.” Born on January 14, 1924, in Auray, Morbihan, France, he left a significant mark on French theater and film before passing away on October 15, 2001, in Paris, France.
Personal and Family Life
Jean Danet came from a family of sailors and priests in Brittany. Initially, he pursued a career in the navy, but after an injury during World War II, he discovered his true passion for acting. He began staging plays and later studied drama in Paris, which helped him hone his skills.
Career Highlights
In 1959, Danet founded “Tréteaux de France,” a renowned theater company that traveled across France. He was active in theater and film during the 1950s, gaining fame for his portrayal of Georges Duroy in the film adaptation of Maupassant’s “Bel Ami.” He also made several television appearances throughout his career.
Death and Legacy
Jean Danet passed away peacefully in 2001, shortly after handing over his theatrical mission to Marcel Maréchal. His contributions to French theater and cinema continue to be celebrated, marking him as a key figure in the performing arts.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Notre-Dame de Paris | 1956-12-19 | Phoebus de Chateaupers |
| Deburau | 1951-06-29 | Armand Duval |
| Les Révoltés de Lomanach | 1954-04-06 | de Varadec |
| Ça va barder | 1955-03-29 | Diego |
| Journal d’un curé de campagne | 1951-02-07 | Olivier |
| Mon curé chez les riches | 1952-09-25 | Le Vicomte Pierre de Sableuse |
| La Garçonne | 1957-04-05 | Lucien Vigneret |
| Pasión en el mar | 1956-07-22 | Jorge |
| Dossier 1413 | 1961-12-01 | Gilles Cauvin |
| Bel Ami | 1955-03-20 | Georges Duroy aka ‘Bel Ami’ |
| Roger la Honte | 1966-06-15 | Le juge (uncredited) |
| Napoléon | 1955-03-25 | General Gourgaud |
| Le Joueur | 1958-10-26 | Marquis des Grieux |
| Double assassinat dans la Rue Morgue | 1973-06-02 | Le préfet |
| La P….. respectueuse | 1952-10-07 | un client du night-club |
| Signé illisible | 1942-07-17 | Clément |
| Capitaine Ardant | 1951-11-15 | Idjilla |
| Deux de l’escadrille | 1953-01-30 | |
| La foire aux femmes | 1956-05-11 | Jean-Pierre |
| La rue des bouches peintes | 1955-07-22 | Jack Morgan |
| La nuit est à nous | 1953-05-14 | |
| L’aventurière du Tchad | 1953-11-06 | |
| Si le roi savait ça | 1958-07-09 | |
| Vive Henri IV… vive l’amour! | 1961-04-04 | Concino Concini |
| Cinépanorama | 1956-02-04 | Self |