Roland Laroche was a Canadian actor best known for his performances in Babine (2008), Une histoire inventée (1990), and Katryn’s Place (2002). He began his career in the arts and made significant contributions as a stage director in theater and opera.
Personal and Family Life
Roland Laroche was born in 1927 in Saint-Hyacinthe, Québec, Canada. He was married to Hélène M. Stevens at the time of his death. They shared a life together that was rich in artistic endeavors, marked by his co-founding of the Égrégore theater alongside Françoise Berd.
Death and Legacy
Laroche passed away on July 8, 2022, in Montréal, Québec, after a long illness. His legacy includes a body of work that reflects his passion for acting and stagecraft. He is remembered not only for his roles in film but also for his contributions to theater and opera, influencing many in the performing arts community.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Veillée de chez nous | Father |
| 2008 | Babine | Gitan #1 |
| 2005 | Big Money | Jack |
| 2003 | Graveyard Alive | E. R. Kapotsky |
| 2002 | Katryn’s Place | Joey |
| 2002 | Avec un grand A | Itinérant (TV Series) |
| 1995 | Une histoire inventée | Portier |
| 1988 | Tadpole and the Whale | Grand-papa Hector |
| 1982–1984 | S.O.S. j’écoute (TV Series) | Role |
| 1976 | La petite patrie (TV Series) | Lucien Massue |
| 1968 | Les belles histoires des pays d’en haut (TV Series) | Charlemagne Dutilleul |
| 1959–1962 | Ouragan (TV Series) | Role |