Jean Dujardin

Date of Birth: June 19, 1972

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Biography

Jean Dujardin is a renowned French actor, born on June 19, 1972, in Rueil-Malmaison, Hauts-de-Seine, France. He began his career in the entertainment industry as a comedian, performing sketches in bars and cabarets before transitioning to television and film. Dujardin gained widespread recognition for his role in the French television series “Un gars, une fille” (1999-2003), where he starred alongside Alexandra Lamy. Dujardin’s breakthrough in cinema came with the 2006 film “OSS 117: Cairo, Nest of Spies,” a spy comedy that showcased his talent for combining humor with charm. However, his most significant achievement came with the 2011 silent film “The Artist,” directed by Michel Hazanavicius. In this film, Dujardin played George Valentin, a silent movie star grappling with the advent of talking pictures. His performance earned him international acclaim, including the Academy Award for Best Actor, making him the first French actor to win the award. Since then, Dujardin has continued to have a successful career, both in French cinema and Hollywood. He has appeared in films such as “The Wolf of Wall Street” (2013), “Monuments Men” (2014), and “Call My Agent!” (2020). Dujardin remains a prominent figure in the film industry, known for his versatility and charismatic screen presence.

5 Interesting Facts about Jean Dujardin

1. Jean Dujardin is the first French actor to win an Academy Award for Best Actor.

2. He started his career as a stand-up comedian, performing in bars and cabarets.

3. Dujardin’s role in “The Artist” won him not only an Oscar but also a Golden Globe and a BAFTA.

4. He has starred in two successful spy comedy films, “OSS 117: Cairo, Nest of Spies” and its sequel “OSS 117: Lost in Rio.”

5. Jean Dujardin once worked as a locksmith before pursuing his career in acting.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jean Dujardin

1. “I don’t really like talking about my personal life. I prefer to focus on my work.”

2. “Winning an Oscar is something I never imagined in my wildest dreams.”

3. “Comedy is my first love, but I enjoy the challenge of dramatic roles.”

4. “The magic of cinema is to transport audiences to different worlds.”

5. “I believe in hard work and persistence. Success never comes easy.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Jean Dujardin’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $16 million.

Children

Jean Dujardin has three children. He has two sons, Jules and Simon, from his first marriage to Gaëlle Demars. He also has a daughter, Jeanne, with his current partner, Nathalie Péchalat, a former ice dancer.