Colette Besson_
"Born — Died "
Born
Saint-Georges-de-Didonne
Birthday
Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Birthday
(Sunday)
Died
Birthplace
Height
169 cm (5'7")
Nationality
Weight
58 kg (128 lbs)
Sport
Athletics
Languages
French
Zodiac Sign
♈ Aries
Chinese Zodiac
狗 Dog
Popularity
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DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Colette Besson: French sprinter.
Born in Saint-Georges-de-Didonne (died at age 59).
Recipient of the Officer of the Legion of Honour.
Stands 5′7″ tall.
AWARDS (1)
B
Officer of the Legion of Honour
WON
Biography
Colette Besson was a French athlete, the surprise winner of the 400 m at the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City.
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