Date of Birth: November 25, 1984
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Date of Death: January 19, 2022
Biography
Gaspard Ulliel was a celebrated French actor known for his captivating performances both in his home country and internationally. Born in Boulogne-Billancourt, Hauts-de-Seine, France, Ulliel embarked on his acting career at a young age. He made his debut in television films before transitioning to cinema, where he quickly garnered attention for his talent and versatility. His breakthrough came with the film “Hannibal Rising” (2007), where he played a young Hannibal Lecter, a role that brought him international fame. Ulliel’s portrayal of fashion icon Yves Saint Laurent in the biographical film “Saint Laurent” (2014) was critically acclaimed, earning him a César Award nomination. He continued to shine in various roles, including his performance in “It’s Only the End of the World” (2016), which won him the César Award for Best Actor. Tragically, Ulliel’s promising career was cut short due to an unfortunate accident.
5 Interesting Facts about Gaspard Ulliel
1. Gaspard Ulliel was scouted by a talent agent while still in high school.
2. He has a small scar on his left cheek from a dog bite he received at the age of six, which he considered his “lucky scar.”
3. Ulliel was the face of the Chanel men’s fragrance, Bleu de Chanel.
4. He studied cinema at the University of Saint-Denis.
5. He won the Lumières Award for Best Actor for his role in “Saint Laurent.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Gaspard Ulliel
1. “I started acting when I was 12. But it wasn’t really conscious. It was something that happened step by step.”
2. “I like to disappear into a role. I like to be someone else.”
3. “The scar on my face has helped me a lot to get roles. Sometimes a director will say, ‘We need someone with a broken face.’”
4. “I think it’s important to challenge yourself and take risks.”
5. “Acting is a way of living out one’s own fantasies.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the height of his career, Gaspard Ulliel’s net worth was estimated to be around $8 million.
Children
Gaspard Ulliel had one child, a son named Orso, born in 2016 with his partner Gaëlle Piétri, a French model and singer.
Relevant Links
1. [Gaspard Ulliel – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0880483/
2. [Gaspard Ulliel – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gaspard_Ulliel
3. [Gaspard Ulliel on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/gaspard_ulliel/
5. [Gaspard Ulliel – Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/gaspard_ulliel
