Bérénice Bejo
At 49 years old, Bérénice Bejo remains one of the most prominent Argentina Actors working today.
Argentine-born French actress
"Bérénice Bejo's career defining moment arrived with her captivating performance as Peppy Miller in the 2011 silent film "The Artist." — About Bérénice Bejo
| Metric | Bérénice Bejo | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 49 | 53 | -4 yrs |
| Career length | 31 yrs | ~35 yrs | -4 yrs |
| Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Bérénice Bejo
Did you know that Bérénice Bejo's first major American film role was in the 2001 medieval adventure "A Knight's Tale" alongside Heath Ledger?
- Her father, Miguel Bejo, is an acclaimed Argentine filmmaker and co-founder of the influential Cine Liberación collective.
- She moved from Argentina to France with her family at the age of three due to the political turmoil in her home country.
- She is married to director Michel Hazanavicius, who directed her in the Oscar-winning silent film, "The Artist."
- She learned tap dancing specifically for her iconic role as Peppy Miller in "The Artist," a skill she had never previously possessed.
- She hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the prestigious 65th Cannes Film Festival in 2012.
Bérénice Bejo's career defining moment arrived with her captivating performance as Peppy Miller in the 2011 silent film "The Artist." Her portrayal earned her a César Award for Best Actress and an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress, catapulting her to international stardom and critical acclaim.
Bejo is celebrated for her versatility across genres and languages, leaving a legacy as an actress who effectively bridges classic Hollywood glamour with contemporary European cinema.