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ACTING . Acting . 84 years (deceased) . Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin, France

Marcel Marceau_

Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin, France

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Born Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin, France
Birthday
84
Lived
13
Credits
Actor
Known For
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Popularity
66 yrs
Career
Updated Feb 20, 2026

Details

Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Thursday)
Birthplace
Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin, France
Height
1 cm (0'0")
Nationality
Religion
Judaism
Languages
French
Spouse
Ella Jaroszewicz
Children
4 children
Residences
Lille, Limoges, Strasbourg
Education
Lycée Fustel-de-Coulanges (Strasbourg), Lycée Gay-Lussac, École nationale supérieure d'art de Limoges
Zodiac Sign
♈ Aries
Chinese Zodiac
猪 Pig
Name Origin
English < French < Latin (Marcellus)
Popularity
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Marcel Marceau is known for acting.
Born in Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin, France (died at age 84).
8 awards including Commander of the National Order of Merit.
Marcel Marceau has 13 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.

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AWARDS (8)

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Honorary Molière Award
1990
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Prix du Brigadier
1963
WON
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honorary doctorate from Princeton University
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Knight of the French Order of Academic Palms
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Biography

Marcel Marceau (22 March 1923 – 22 September 2007) was an internationally acclaimed French actor and mime most famous for his persona as Bip the Clown. Description above from the Wikipedia Marcel Marceau, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old was Marcel Marceau?
Marcel Marceau was born on and passed away on at the age of 84.
Where was Marcel Marceau born?
Marcel Marceau was born in Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin, France.
What movies or shows has Marcel Marceau been in?
Marcel Marceau has 13 credits in our database. Notable titles include Charlie: The Life and Art of Charles Chaplin (2003), Paganini (1990), The Islands (1983), Silent Movie (1976), Shanks (1974).
What is Marcel Marceau known for?
Marcel Marceau is primarily known as an actor. Marcel Marceau (22 March 1923 – 22 September 2007) was an internationally acclaimed French actor and mime most famous for his persona as Bip the…
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You can find more about Marcel Marceau on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
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