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Odette Laure
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Born
Odette Yvonne Marie Dhommée

(1917-02-28)28 February 1917
Paris, France
Died 10 June 2004(2004-06-10) (aged 87)
Paris, France
Occupation Actress
Years active 1950–2001

Odette Laure (born Odette Yvonne Marie Dhommée; February 28, 1917 – June 10, 2004) was a talented French actress and cabaret singer. She appeared in more than 50 films and television shows during her long career, which lasted from 1950 to 2001. She was nominated for a special award called the César Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film Daddy Nostalgia (1990). Odette Laure was born and passed away in Paris, France.

Her Acting Career

Odette Laure began her acting journey in 1950. She quickly became known for her unique style and strong performances. She worked with many famous directors and actors throughout her career.

Early Films

In her early years, Odette Laure appeared in several French films. Some of these include:

  • La Marie du port (1950)
  • Lady Paname (1950)
  • Holiday for Henrietta (1952)
  • Flesh and the Woman (1954)

Notable Roles

Odette Laure continued to act in many movies and TV shows for decades. She often played interesting and memorable characters. One of her most recognized roles was in the 1990 film Daddy Nostalgia. For this role, she was nominated for the César Award for Best Supporting Actress. This award is one of the highest honors in French cinema.

She also appeared in:

  • Maigret (1991), a popular TV series
  • Riens du tout (1992)
  • The Dilettante (1999), one of her later films

Odette Laure's career showed her dedication to acting. She continued to perform until 2001, just a few years before she passed away.

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