Serge Gainsbourg_
4th arrondissement of Paris, France
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Born
4th arrondissement of Paris
Birthday
Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Birthday
(Monday)
Died
Birthplace
4th arrondissement of Paris, France
Height
179 cm (5'10")
Nationality
Languages
French
Spouses
Lise Levitzky (1951-1957), Caroline von Paulus (1981-1991)
Children
2 children: Charlotte Gainsbourg, Lulu Gainsbourg
Parents
Joseph Ginsburg, Olia Ginsburg
Education
Lycée Condorcet, École Normale de Musique de Paris Alfred Cortot
Zodiac Sign
♈ Aries
Chinese Zodiac
龙 Dragon
Popularity
Tier B -- 45,248 Wikipedia views/month
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Frequent co-star
Appeared in 7 films with Jane Birkin
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 30
Career
Career spanning 31 years (1959-1990)
Year context
Born in 1928 -- Alexander Fleming discovers penicillin; Calvin Coolidge was US president
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Sustainability
77
Cultural Uplift
52
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Filmography (47)
AWARDS (1)
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Cesar Awards
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Biography
Serge Gainsbourg was a French singer-songwriter, actor, composer, and director. Regarded as one of the most important figures in French pop, he was renowned for often provocative releases which caused uproar in France, dividing public opinion. His artistic output ranged from his early work in jazz, chanson, and yé-yé to later efforts in rock, zouk, funk, reggae, and electronica. Gainsbourg's varied musical style and individuality make him difficult to categorise, although his legacy has been firmly established and he is often regarded as one of the world's most influential popular musicians.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Serge Gainsbourg?
Serge Gainsbourg was born on and passed away on at the age of 62.
Where was Serge Gainsbourg born?
Serge Gainsbourg was born in 4th arrondissement of Paris.
What movies or shows has Serge Gainsbourg been in?
Serge Gainsbourg has 47 credits in our database. Notable titles include Gainsbourg (2010), The Truth About Charlie (2002), Anna (1998), Camping Cosmos (1996), Stan the Flasher (1990).
Where can I find more information about Serge Gainsbourg?
You can find more about Serge Gainsbourg on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
