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Charles Gérard
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Born (1926-12-01)1 December 1926
Died 19 September 2019(2019-09-19) (aged 96)
Paris, France
Occupation Actor, film director, screenwriter
Years active 1946–2019

Charles Gérard (born December 1, 1922 – died September 19, 2019) was a talented French actor and director. He appeared in more than 50 films during his long career, which lasted from 1957 until 2019. He was known for his work with famous director Claude Lelouch and was a very close friend of actor Jean-Paul Belmondo for over 60 years.

Who Was Charles Gérard?

A Long Career in Film

Charles Gérard was born in Istanbul, Turkey. He became a well-known actor, director, and screenwriter in France. He started his career in 1946 and continued working in movies until 2019. That's a very long time! He acted in over fifty films, showing his talent in many different roles.

Working with Famous Friends

Charles Gérard often worked with the famous French director Claude Lelouch. They made many movies together. He was also best friends with another well-known French actor, Jean-Paul Belmondo. Their friendship lasted for more than six decades!

His Best-Known Movies

Some of Charles Gérard's most famous movies include The Toy, where he played a memorable role. He also appeared in Animal and A Man and a Woman: 20 Years Later. These films helped make him a popular face in French cinema.

Later Life

Charles Gérard passed away in Paris, France, on September 19, 2019. He was 96 years old. He left behind a legacy of many great films and performances.

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