Gérard Xavier Marcel Depardieu, professionally known as Gérard Depardieu, is a French actor and filmmaker recognized internationally for his prolific career in film and theater.
With a career spanning over five decades, Depardieu has appeared in more than 200 films, earning critical acclaim and numerous awards for his versatility in both dramatic and comedic roles.
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Gérard Xavier Marcel Depardieu
- Stage Name: Gérard Depardieu
- Born: 27, December 1948
- Age: 77 years old
- Birthplace: Châteauroux, France
- Nationality: Emirati, French, Russian
- Occupation: Actor, Filmmaker
- Height: 1.8 m
- Parents: René Maxime Lionel Depardieu, and Alice Marillier
- Siblings: Alain Depardieu, Catherine Depardieu, Franck Depardieu, Eric Depardieu, Hélène Depardieu
- Spouse: Élisabeth Depardieu (m. 1970–2006)
- Children: Guillaume Depardieu, Julie Depardieu, Roxane Depardieu, Jean Depardieu
- Relationship: Divorced
- Net Worth: $60 million
Early Life and Education
Gérard Xavier Marcel Depardieu was born on December 27, 1948, in Châteauroux, France, to René Maxime Lionel Depardieu and Alice Marillier. He grew up with five siblings: Alain, Catherine, Franck, Eric, and Hélène Depardieu.
Depardieu left school at a young age and pursued acting, enrolling in theater training and performing in local productions. He is of French ethnicity, and his religious affiliation has not been publicly disclosed.
Career
Gérard Xavier Marcel Depardieu began his acting career in the late 1960s, performing on stage before transitioning to film. His early roles in French cinema drew attention for their intensity and naturalism, establishing him as a rising star.
Films such as Les Valseuses (1974) showcased his bold and versatile acting style, earning him critical acclaim.
Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Depardieu cemented his status as one of France’s leading actors with performances in Cyrano de Bergerac (1990), which earned him a César Award and an Academy Award nomination.
He balanced dramatic roles with comedic performances in films like Jean de Florette (1986) and Green Card (1990), achieving both domestic and international recognition.
Over the following decades, Depardieu continued to act prolifically, participating in over 200 films, including international productions. He has worked with renowned directors such as Bernardo Bertolucci, Jean-Luc Godard, and Ridley Scott.
In addition to acting, Depardieu has directed and produced films, contributing significantly to European cinema. His career is marked by versatility, longevity, and an enduring presence in the global film industry.
Social Media
Gérard Xavier Marcel Depardieu has no verified social media account.
Personal Life
Gérard Xavier Marcel Depardieu was married to Élisabeth Depardieu for 36 years, from 1970 until their separation in 2006, and together they had four children: Guillaume Depardieu, Julie Depardieu, Roxane Depardieu, and Jean Depardieu, each of whom has pursued their own paths, with some following in their father’s footsteps in the arts.
Despite his fame as one of France’s most celebrated actors, Depardieu has kept his personal and family life relatively private while balancing fatherhood with a decades-long public career.
Filmography
- Les Valseuses (1974)
- Cyrano de Bergerac (1990)
- Jean de Florette (1986)
- Green Card (1990)
- The Last Metro (1980)
- Camille Claudel (1988)
- Astérix & Obélix: Mission Cléopâtre (2002)
- Welcome to New York (2014)
- The Man in the Iron Mask (1998)
Net Worth
Gérard Xavier Marcel Depardieu has an estimated net worth of $60 million, earned through his extensive film career, production work, and international acting projects. His wealth also reflects royalties from a prolific career spanning over five decades.