French actress

The French style icon like you (probably) haven't seen her before.

From Brigitte Bardot to Catherine Deneuve, to Eva Green, we present the most irresistible offerings of Gallic cinema.

The French woman. The words themselves radiate an aura of mystique, a certain “je ne sais quoi". But this is founded upon generations of talented women, whose skills transcend physical beauty - whether actresses or activists, these French women have earned their reputation. From Brigitte Bardot to Catherine Deneuve, we’re revisiting the most brilliant French actresses to have graced the silver screen.

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MARPESSA DAWN Also known as: Gypsy Marpessa Dawn Menor Born: January 3, 1934, Pittsburgh, PA Died: August 25, 2008, Paris, France American-born African American and French actress, singer, and dancer, best remembered for her role in the film Black Orpheus (1959).

Vietnamese-French actress and singer France Nuyen, star of the hit Broadway play 'The World of Suzie Wong', at Borehamwood in England during the making of the film version, 29th January 1960. She was...