Pierre Brasseur was a French actor who is best known for his roles in Eyes Without a Face, Children of Paradise, and Gates of the Night. He had a distinguished career in film and theatre, recognized for his charm and theatrical talent.
Personal and Family Life
Pierre Brasseur was born on December 22, 1905, in Paris, France. He was married twice, first to Odette Joyeux, with whom he had one child, Claude Brasseur, and later to Lina Magrini. His grandson, Alexandre Brasseur, also pursued a career in acting.
Death and Legacy
Pierre Brasseur passed away on August 14, 1972, in Bruneck, Italy, due to a heart attack while filming The Most Wonderful Evening of My Life. He is buried in Père Lachaise cemetery in Paris. Brasseur is remembered as a versatile actor who made significant contributions to French cinema and theatre.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Sous le signe de Monte-Cristo | 1968-12-11 | Faria |
| La Vie de château | 1966-01-25 | Dimanche |
| Les Mariés de l’an deux | 1971-04-07 | Gosselin |
| Les Yeux sans visage | 1960-01-11 | Doctor Génessier |
| Le Bateau d’Émile | 1962-03-03 | François Larmentiel |
| Les Grandes Familles | 1958-11-19 | Lucien Maublanc, le cousin oisif |
| Les Portes de la nuit | 1946-12-03 | Georges |
| Napoléon | 1955-03-25 | Barras |
| Le Plaisir | 1952-02-29 | Julien Ledentu |
| Les Enfants du Paradis | 1945-03-15 | Frédérick Lemaître |