Jean-Louis Trintignant was a French actor who is best known for his roles in films such as “A Man and a Woman,” “Il Sorpasso,” and “Amour.”
Personal and Family Life
Jean-Louis Trintignant was born on December 11, 1930, in Piolenc, France. He came from a wealthy family and studied law before pursuing acting. He was married three times, first to Stéphane Audran, then to Nadine Trintignant with whom he had three children, and finally to Marianne Hoepfner until his passing. His children include Pauline, Marie, and Vincent Trintignant.
Career Achievements
Trintignant’s acting career began in the 1950s, and he initially struggled to gain recognition. However, he gained fame after working with notable directors such as Roger Vadim, Claude Lelouch, and Michael Haneke. Throughout his career, he was praised for portraying complex characters and starred in over 100 films, often playing dark roles such as murderers and jealous husbands. In his later years, he focused more on theater.
Death and Legacy
Jean-Louis Trintignant passed away on June 17, 2022, in Collias, France, after a battle with lung cancer. He is remembered for his significant contributions to French cinema and his ability to portray deeply emotional characters. His work has left a lasting impact on the film industry, and he is celebrated as one of the great actors of his time.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Trois couleurs : Rouge | 1994-05-12 | Richter Joseph Kern |
| Les Biches | 1968-03-22 | Paul Thomas |
| Vivement dimanche! | 1983-08-10 | Julien Vercel |
| Z | 1969-02-26 | Examining Magistrate |
| Le Train | 1973-10-31 | Julien Maroyeur |
| Antinea, l’amante della città sepolta | 1961-05-05 | Pierre |
| Compartiment tueurs | 1965-11-17 | Éric Grandin, étudiant vétérinaire |
| La Banquière | 1980-08-27 | Horace Vannister |
| Le Maître-nageur | 1979-03-28 | le jardinier |
| Le Secret | 1974-10-09 | David Daguerre |