Jules Berry facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Jules Berry
Born	Marie Louis Jules Paufichet (1883-02-09)9 February 1883 Poitiers, Vienne, France
Died	23 April 1951(1951-04-23) (aged 68) Paris, France
Occupation	Actor, director
Years active	1883–1951

Jules Berry was a famous French actor. He was born as Marie Louis Jules Paufichet on February 9, 1883. He became well-known for his unique acting style. He appeared in many plays and films during his career.

Life of a Star: Jules Berry

Early Life and Education

Jules Berry was born in Poitiers, France. He had two brothers. His family moved to Paris in 1888. Jules finished his studies at the Lycée Louis-le-Grand. He then went on to graduate from the École nationale supérieure des Beaux-Arts.

Starting His Acting Career

While he was studying, Jules Berry became very interested in theater. He tried out for a role and was hired by the Théâtre Antoine-Simone Berriau. This was his first step onto the stage. He acted in plays like La Mort du duc d'Enghien.

Later, he performed at other famous theaters in Paris. These included the Théâtre de l'Ambigu-Comique. During a tour in Lyon, a theater director named Jean-François Ponson noticed him. Ponson hired Jules for 12 years to work at a theater in Brussels, Belgium. Audiences in Brussels really loved his performances. He starred in popular shows there, such as Le Mariage de mademoiselle Beulemans.

From Stage to Screen: Film Career

Jules Berry acted in about 30 successful plays. He worked with many famous writers and directors. His first movie role was in a silent film called Oliver Cromwell in 1911. This was before movies had sound!

His first "talking picture" was Mon coeur et ses millions in 1931. Over his career, Jules Berry acted in an amazing 89 movies. He was known for his lively and unique acting style. Many people consider him one of the greatest actors in French cinema history.

Famous Films

Some of Jules Berry's most well-known films include:

• The Crime of Monsieur Lange by Jean Renoir
• Les Visiteurs du Soir by Marcel Carné
• Le Jour Se Lève by Marcel Carné
• Strange Inheritance by Louis Daquin

Jules Berry stopped making films in 1951. He then focused on performing the works of the poet Jacques Prévert.

Family Life

Jules Berry had relationships with several actresses. These included Jane Marken and Suzy Prim. He had a daughter named Michelle in 1939 with actress Josseline Gaël.

Later Years and Legacy

Jules Berry passed away on April 23, 1951, in Paris. He was 68 years old. He is buried in the Père Lachaise Cemetery. This is a famous cemetery in Paris where many important people are laid to rest. Jules Berry is remembered as a talented and unforgettable actor. He left a big mark on French theater and film.

Selected Films of Jules Berry