Loleh Bellon was a French actress known for her roles in films like Casque d’Or, Jamais plus toujours, and Le Point Du Jour. She was born on May 14, 1925, in Bayonne, France, and passed away on May 22, 1999, in Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France.
Personal and Family Life
Loleh Bellon was born as Marie Laure Viole Bellon to photographer Denise Bellon and attorney Jacques Bellon. She had a sister, Yannick Bellon, who was also involved in the film industry. Loleh married Jorge Semprún, a Spanish writer, in 1949, and they had a child together before divorcing. Later, she married Claude Roy, another prominent writer, in 1958, who remained her husband until his death in 1997.
Career Overview
Loleh pursued her dream of acting from a young age and was trained by notable figures like Charles Dullin. She debuted in theater and film almost simultaneously in 1945. After her early success in cinema, she shifted her focus to theater, where she gained recognition for her performances in various prestigious plays. Despite appearing in fewer films after 1952, she excelled in roles crafted for the stage and also contributed to scriptwriting.
Death and Legacy
Loleh Bellon passed away on May 22, 1999, from a stroke. She left behind a legacy in the French theater and film scene, remembered for her artistry and talent. Recognized for her contributions, she was mentioned in Jean Tulard’s “Dictionnaire du Cinéma,” affirming her place in cinematic history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Casque d’Or | 1952-03-13 | |
| Jamais plus toujours | 1976-03-10 | Agathe |
| Le Point Du Jour | 1949-04-06 | Marie Brejard |
| Le gardian | 1946-05-15 | Lilette Audiffred |
| Les Ailes de la colombe | 1981-05-06 | Suzanne Berger |
| Le Bel Âge | 1960-02-10 | Anne |
| Quelque part, quelqu’un | 1972-10-18 | Raphaële |
| Gustave Moreau | 1962-01-02 | Narrator |
| Le Mystère Barton | 1949-08-19 | Cathy |
| Le Parfum de la dame en noir | 1949-10-05 | |
| Maître après Dieu | 1951-03-02 | Hélène |
| Les Beaux Quartiers | 1983-03-31 | Mme Barbentane |
| Quatrevingt-treize | 1962-12-29 | La Flécharde |
| Midi Première | 1975-01-06 | Self |