Alain Delon

Alain Delon

Born:November 8, 1935

Place of Birth:Sceaux, Seine [now Hauts-de-Seine], France

Died:August 18, 2024

Known For:Acting

Biography

Alain Delon, a legendary French-Swiss actor, captivated audiences with his mesmerizing performances and striking on-screen presence. Born on November 8, 1935, Delon quickly ascended to stardom, earning comparisons to iconic actors like Gérard Philipe, Jean Marais, and even the legendary James Dean by the tender age of 23. His charisma and talent led to him being dubbed the male equivalent of the alluring Brigitte Bardot.

Throughout his illustrious career, Delon collaborated with esteemed directors such as Luchino Visconti, Jean-Luc Godard, Jean-Pierre Melville, Michelangelo Antonioni, and Louis Malle. His versatility as an actor allowed him to effortlessly transition between different genres and styles, showcasing his range and depth as a performer.

In 1999, Delon expanded his horizons by acquiring Swiss citizenship, a testament to his global appeal and recognition. His influence extended beyond the realms of acting, as the company managing products under his name was established in Geneva, reflecting his entrepreneurial spirit and business acumen. Delon's connection to the community of Chêne-Bougeries in the canton of Geneva further solidified his bond with Switzerland.

With a career spanning decades, Delon left an indelible mark on the world of cinema, enchanting audiences with his enigmatic portrayals and magnetic charm. His legacy as a cinematic icon endures, inspiring generations of actors and film enthusiasts alike. Alain Delon's contributions to the art of filmmaking continue to be celebrated and revered, cementing his status as a timeless luminary in the pantheon of great actors.

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Filmography

Acting

The Leopard

The Leopard

Tancredi Falconeri

1963

As Garibaldi's troops begin the unification of Italy in the 1860s, an aristocratic Sicilian family grudgingly adapts to the sweeping social changes undermining their way of life. Proud but pragmatic Prince Don Fabrizio Salina allows his war hero nephew, Tancredi, to marry Angelica, the beautiful daughter of gauche, bourgeois Don Calogero, in order to maintain the family's accustomed level of comfort and political clout.
Asterix at the Olympic Games

Asterix at the Olympic Games

Jules César

2008

Astérix and Obélix have to win the Olympic Games in order to help their friend Alafolix marry Princess Irina. Brutus uses every trick in the book to have his own team win the game, and get rid of his father Julius Caesar in the process.
Le Samouraï

Le Samouraï

Jef Costello

1967

After carrying out a flawlessly planned hit, Jef Costello, a contract killer with samurai instincts, finds himself caught between a persistent police investigator and a ruthless employer, and not even his armor of fedora and trench coat can protect him.
Purple Noon

Purple Noon

Tom Ripley

1960

Tom Ripley is a talented mimic, moocher, forger and all-around criminal improviser; but there's more to Tom Ripley than even he can guess.
The Swimming Pool

The Swimming Pool

Jean-Paul

1969

Set in a magnificent villa near a sun-drenched St. Tropez, lovers Jean-Paul and Marianne are spending a happy, lazy summer holiday. Their only concern is to gratify their mutual passion - until the day when Marianne invites her former lover and his beautiful teenage daughter to spend a few days with them. From the first moment, a certain uneasiness and tension begin to develop between the four, which soon escalates in a dangerous love-game.
L'Eclisse

L'Eclisse

Piero

1962

This romantic drama by Michelangelo Antonioni follows the love life of Vittoria, a beautiful literary translator living in Rome. After splitting from her writer boyfriend, Riccardo, Vittoria meets Piero, a lively stockbroker, on the hectic floor of the Roman stock exchange. Though Vittoria and Piero begin a relationship, it is not one without difficulties, and their commitment to one another is tested during an eclipse.
Le Cercle Rouge

Le Cercle Rouge

Corey

1970

When French criminal Corey gets released from prison, he resolves to never return. He is quickly pulled back into the underworld, however, after a chance encounter with escaped murderer Vogel. Along with former policeman and current alcoholic Jansen, they plot an intricate jewel heist. All the while, quirky Police Commissioner Mattei, who was the one to lose custody of Vogel, is determined to find him.
Rocco and His Brothers

Rocco and His Brothers

Rocco Parondi

1960

When a impoverished widow’s family moves to the big city, two of her five sons become romantic rivals with deadly results.
The Concorde... Airport '79

The Concorde... Airport '79

Paul Metrand

1979

Aviation disaster-prone Joe Patroni must contend with nuclear missiles, the French Air Force and the threat of the plane splitting in two over the Alps.

Production