Jean Desailly

Jean Desailly

Deceased · Born: Aug 24, 1920 · Died: Jun 10, 2008

1964
1962
1958

Personal Details

BornAug 24, 1920 Paris, France
Spouse
  • Simone Valère

    ( Feb 6, 1998 to Jun 10, 2008 )
  • Nicole Desailly

Biography

Jean Desailly, a renowned French actor and director, was born on August 24, 1920, in the vibrant city of Paris, France. With a career spanning numerous decades, he is perhaps most famously recognized for his roles in the iconic films "The Soft Skin" (1964),"La mort de Belle" (1961),and "On ne badine pas avec l'amour" (1955).

Throughout his life, Desailly was blessed with the love and companionship of two devoted wives, the talented actresses Simone Valère and Nicole Desailly. His personal life, much like his professional one, was marked by dedication, passion, and a deep commitment to his craft.

Sadly, Jean Desailly's remarkable journey came to an end on June 10, 2008, in the charming town of Dourdan, located in the French department of Essonne. His passing left a profound void in the lives of those who knew and loved him, as well as in the world of French cinema, which he had so profoundly impacted.

Career

1981
1980
Pile ou face
Pile ou face as Bourgon-Massenet, directeur de la police
1973
The Inheritor
The Inheritor as Jean-Pierre Carnavan
The Serpent
The Serpent as Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
1972
A Cop
A Cop as Distinguished Man
1967
The 25th Hour
The 25th Hour as Le ministre (uncredited)
1964
The Soft Skin
The Soft Skin as Pierre Lachenay
1962
Le Doulos
Le Doulos as Superintendant Clain
Les sept péchés capitaux
Les sept péchés capitaux as Monsieur Duparc - le Père de Bernard (segment "La luxure")
1958
Inspector Maigret
Inspector Maigret as Marcel Maurin
Masters of the Congo Jungle
Masters of the Congo Jungle as Récitant / Narrator (French version)
1955
The Grand Maneuver
The Grand Maneuver as Victor Duverger