Gérard Depardieu (b.1948,) fully Gérard Xavier Marcel Depardieu, is a French actor, filmmaker, and author, regarded as one of French cinema’s most prolific figures. Over five decades, he has appeared in more than 250 films, earning two César Awards, a Golden Globe, and a Cannes Best Actor Award. Despite his artistic achievements, his reputation has been affected by legal and ethical controversies.
Born in Châteauroux, France, Depardieu had a troubled youth before discovering acting, leading him to study under Jean-Laurent Cochet. His breakthrough came with Les Valseuses (1974, Going Places,) followed by acclaimed performances in Le Dernier Métro (1980, The Last Metro,) Danton (1983,) Jean de Florette (1986,) and Cyrano de Bergerac (1990,) earning an Academy Award nomination.
Depardieu has authored several books, including Lettres volées (1988, Stolen Letters,) Innocent (2015,) and Monstre (2017, Monster,) reflecting on his life, career, and philosophy.
Beyond acting, he has faced controversies, including close ties with Russian President Vladimir Putin, leading to his Russian citizenship in 2013. He was convicted of sexual assault in 2021, receiving an 18-month suspended sentence. His trial became a high-profile #MeToo case, sparking debates on accountability in the arts.
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