Fernandel

Fernandel

Deceased · Born: May 8, 1903 · Died: Feb 26, 1971

Personal Details

BornMay 8, 1903 Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, France
Relatives
  • Vincent Fernandel (Grandchild)
  • Fransined (Sibling)

Biography

Fernand Contandin, a man shrouded in mystery, allegedly underwent a transformative experience at the hands of his sister-in-law, who is credited with coining the artistic name Fernandel, a moniker that would come to define his illustrious career.

As the 1930s dawned, Fernandel emerged as a quintessential comedic actor, endearing himself to audiences with his affable, down-to-earth persona and a subtle undercurrent of dramatic flair. His breakthrough role in the 1931 film "La meilleure bobonne", expertly directed by Marc Allégret, served as a harbinger of things to come, cementing his status as a rising star in the French film industry.

Despite his early success, Fernandel's ambitions as a director were thwarted twice during World War II, a period marked by turmoil and uncertainty. Nevertheless, his perseverance and dedication to his craft ultimately paid off, paving the way for a long and storied career that would leave an indelible mark on the world of French cinema.

Career

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1963
My Wife's Husband
My Wife's Husband as Fernand Jouvin
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1962
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1959
The Cow and I
The Cow and I as Charles Bailly
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1958
Paris Holiday
Paris Holiday as Fernydel
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The Law Is the Law
The Law Is the Law as Ferdinand Pastorelli
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1956
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1954
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1952
French Touch
French Touch as Mario Marius
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1951
The Red Inn
The Red Inn as The Monk