René Dary was an American actor best known for his roles in films like Bébé apache, Carrefour des enfants perdus, and Touchez pas au grisbi. He was born on July 18, 1905, in Paris, France, and became famous as a child actor before transitioning to adult roles.
Personal and Family Life
Born as Anatole Antoine Clément Mary in Paris, he began his acting career at a very young age. He was married twice: first to Cyprienne Gourdès and later to Carmel Lapétrusa, with the latter lasting until his death in 1974. Dary had a tumultuous childhood, having been thrust into acting by his family.
Career Overview
René Dary’s career started with the Bébé series, where he gained worldwide fame as a child actor. As an adult, he faced challenges in his career but found success playing tough, complex characters. Over time, he became well-known for his roles in French cinema and continued to perform on stage and television.
Death and Legacy
René Dary passed away on October 7, 1974, in Plan-de-Cuques, Bouches-du-Rhône, France. His contributions to film, particularly as a pioneer child actor, left a lasting impact on French cinema. Though his career had ups and downs, he is remembered for his versatility and talent.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Les Risques du métier | 1967-12-21 | le maire |
| Touchez pas au grisbi | 1954-03-17 | Henri Ducros dit Riton |
| Piège pour Cendrillon | 1965-10-22 | Le docteur Doulin |
| Le Fugitif | 1947-02-07 | Fred |
| Huit hommes dans un château | 1942-12-09 | M. Paladine |
| Gli amori di Ercole | 1960-08-19 | Il generale |
| 120, rue de la Gare | 1946-06-06 | Nestor Burma |
| Bébé apache | 1910-12-24 | Bébé |
| De quoi tu te mêles Daniela! | 1961-04-28 | Lanzac |
| L’horizon | 1967-04-12 | Father |
| 5 tulipes rouges | 1949-03-23 | Pierre Lusanne |
| Le Carrefour des enfants perdus | 1944-04-26 | Jean Victor |
| Napoléon, Bébé et les Cosaques | 1912-08-30 | Bébé |
| Nord-Atlantique | 1939-04-13 | Barnes, second in command |