Laurent de Brunhoff, a multifaceted individual, was born on August 30, 1925, in the City of Light, Paris, France. This talented writer and actor went on to make a lasting impact in the entertainment industry, with notable credits including the beloved animated series "Les aventures de Babar" in 1968, the feature film "Babar: The Movie" in 1989, and the animated television series "Babar" also in 1989.
Throughout his life, Laurent de Brunhoff was blessed with the love and companionship of two remarkable women, Phyllis Rose and Marie-Claude Bloch, whom he married. Tragically, his life was cut short when he passed away on March 22, 2024, in the picturesque coastal town of Key West, Florida, USA.