Alain Delon

Date of Birth: November 8, 1935

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Date of Death: *Alive*

Biography

Alain Delon is a renowned French actor and businessman, widely regarded as one of the most prominent figures in European cinema. Born in Sceaux, a suburb of Paris, Delon rose to fame in the late 1950s and 1960s with his striking good looks and magnetic on-screen presence. He initially gained attention with his role in “Purple Noon” (1960), an adaptation of Patricia Highsmith’s novel “The Talented Mr. Ripley.” Over his career, Delon worked with some of the most prestigious directors in the film industry, including Luchino Visconti, Jean-Pierre Melville, and Michelangelo Antonioni. Notable films include “Rocco and His Brothers” (1960), “L’Eclisse” (1962), “Le Samouraï” (1967), and “The Leopard” (1963). In addition to his acting career, Delon has been involved in various entrepreneurial ventures, including his own brand of luxury goods. He has also been a controversial figure, often making headlines for his outspoken views and tumultuous personal life. Despite the controversies, Delon’s contributions to cinema have been recognized with numerous awards, including the Honorary Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 2019.

5 Interesting Facts about Alain Delon

1. Alain Delon served in the French Navy during the First Indochina War before starting his acting career.

2. He turned down the role of Michael Corleone in “The Godfather,” which eventually went to Al Pacino.

3. Delon has been a citizen of Switzerland since 1999.

4. In 1985, he was awarded the César Award for Best Actor for his role in “Notre histoire.”

5. He is a well-known animal lover and has been involved in numerous animal rights campaigns.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Alain Delon

1. “I do very few things. I only do what I want and that’s it. I act in films that I like.”

2. “I have known love, and I have known rejection. It is part of life.”

3. “To be honest, we must be who we are, not what others want us to be.”

4. “My life is a film that I alone have written.”

5. “An actor is a man who plays a role, who gives his body, who lends his voice.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of his career, Alain Delon’s net worth was estimated to be around $200 million.

Children

Alain Delon has four children: 1. Anthony Delon (born 1964) – Actor 2. Anouchka Delon (born 1990) – Actress 3. Alain-Fabien Delon (born 1994) – Model and actor 4. Ari Boulogne (1962–2019) – Photographer (though disputed, he claimed to be Delon’s son)