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41 years |
Birth date |
June 14, 1983 |
Zodiac sign |
Gemini |
Place of Birth |
France |
Occupation |
Actor |
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Louis Garrel (born 14 June 1983) is a French actor and filmmaker. He is best known for his starring role in The Dreamers, directed by Bernardo Bertolucci. He regularly appears in films by French director Christophe Honoré, including Ma Mère, Dans Paris, Love Songs, The Beautiful Person and Making Plans for Lena.
Garrel was born in Paris, France, the son of director Philippe Garrel and actress Brigitte Sy, and the brother of actress Esther Garrel. His grandfather, Maurice Garrel, and his godfather, Jean-Pierre Léaud, are also notable French actors. His mother is of Sephardic Jewish origin. He is a graduate of the Conservatoire de Paris.
Garrel was six when he first appeared onscreen, in the film Les Baisers de secours. Twelve years later, he appeared in his second film, Ceci est mon corps.
In 2002, Garrel gained international recognition playing Eva Green's twin brother in The Dreamers. Director Bernardo Bertolucci found him on the first session of casting in Paris. Garrel has since starred in various French films, including Les Amants réguliers (2005), directed by his father Philippe Garrel. He was awarded the César Award for Most Promising Actor for his work in the film.
Height | 6 ft 0 in / 183 cm |
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Weight | 176 lb / 80 kg |
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Hair Color | Brown |
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Eye Color | Brown |
Nationality | French |
Race / ethnicity | White |