ACTING . Acting . 69 years (deceased) . Les Lilas, Seine, France

Jean Yanne_

CANNES WINNER Les Lilas, Seine, France

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Born Les Lilas, Seine, France
Birthday
69
Lived
50
Credits
Actor
Known For
0.4
Popularity
59 yrs
Career
Updated Feb 20, 2026

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Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Tuesday)
Died
Birthplace
Les Lilas, Seine, France
Nationality
Languages
French
Spouses
Mimi Coutelier (1975-2003), Nicole Calfan
Partners
Nicole Calfan, Christianne Fugger von Babenhausen, Mimi Coutelier, Sophie Garel
Children
1 child: Jean-Christophe Gouyé
Education
Centre de formation des journalistes, Lycée Chaptal
Zodiac Sign
♋ Cancer
Chinese Zodiac
鸡 Rooster
Name Origin
English < French < Ancient Greek < Biblical Hebrew (יוֹחָנָן)
Popularity
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Jean Yanne is known for acting.
Born in Les Lilas, Seine, France (died at age 69).
Recipient of the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor.
Jean Yanne has 50 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.

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Filmography (50)

Mourir? Plutôt crever!
Mourir? Plutôt crever!
2010 / Film
Film
Cannes, 60 ans ...
Cannes, 60 ans d'histoire
2007 / Film
Film
Payoff
Payoff
2003 / Film
Film
Small Cuts
Small Cuts
2003 / Film
Film
Adolphe
Adolphe
2002 / Film
Film
Love Vertigo
Love Vertigo
2001 / Film
Film
I Follow in My Father's Footsteps
I Follow in My Father's Footsteps
1999 / Film
Film
Belle maman
Belle maman
1999 / Film
Film
Le Radeau de la Méduse
Le Radeau de la Méduse
1998 / Film
Film
Proper Attire Required
Proper Attire Required
1997 / Film
Film

AWARDS (2)

G
Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor
1972
WON
G
Screen Actors Guild Awards
Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor
1972
WON

Biography

Jean Yanne (born Jean Roger Gouyé; 18 July 1933 – 23 May 2003) was a French actor, screenwriter, producer, director and composer. In 1972, he won the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor for his performance in the film We Won't Grow Old Together. Source: Article "Jean Yanne" from Wikipedia in English, licensed under CC-BY-SA.

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How old was Jean Yanne?
Jean Yanne was born on and passed away on at the age of 69.
Where was Jean Yanne born?
Jean Yanne was born in Les Lilas, Seine, France.
What movies or shows has Jean Yanne been in?
Jean Yanne has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include Mourir? Plutôt crever! (2010), Cannes, 60 ans d'histoire (2007), Payoff (2003), Small Cuts (2003), Adolphe (2002).
What is Jean Yanne known for?
Jean Yanne is primarily known as an actor. Jean Yanne (born Jean Roger Gouyé; 18 July 1933 – 23 May 2003) was a French actor, screenwriter, producer, director and composer. In 1972, he…
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