Emmanuelle Riva - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 24, 1927 |
|---|---|
| Died | January 27, 2017 (age 89) |
| Birthplace | Cheniménil, Vosges, France |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Emmanuelle Riva's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring in 'Hiroshima mon amour' (1959) and 'Amour' (2012) |
Intro
Emmanuelle Riva was a French actress and poet renowned for her powerful performances in French cinema, particularly in dramatic roles. She achieved international acclaim for her roles in 'Hiroshima mon amour' and 'Amour.'
Early Life & Background
Emmanuelle Riva was born as Paulette Germaine Riva in Cheniménil, Vosges, France. She grew up in a working-class family and began her career in amateur theater before moving to Paris to pursue acting professionally.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role in 'Hiroshima mon amour' (1959), a classic of French New Wave cinema [1][2].
- Starred in several acclaimed films, including 'Léon Morin, Priest' (1961) and 'Thérèse Desqueyroux' (1962) [1].
- Received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress and won a BAFTA Award for her performance in 'Amour' (2012) [2][3].
- Worked as a poet and published several books of poetry.
Trivia
- At 85, she became the oldest Best Actress nominee in history at the Oscars for 'Amour' [3].
- She worked as a photographer and held exhibitions of her work.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Emmanuelle Riva born?
Emmanuelle Riva was born the 24 February 1927.
Where is Emmanuelle Riva from?
Cheniménil, Vosges, France.
On Her Birth-Day
About February 24th, 1927, in brief:
- Historical events: The historic John Golden Theatre, originally known as the Theatre Masque, was inaugurated on February 24, 1927, in the heart of Manhattan's vibrant Theater District. Located at 252 West 45th Street, this iconic Broadway venue would go on to become a significant cultural landmark in New York City's theatrical landscape. Designed during the golden age of Broadway, the theater has since hosted numerous acclaimed productions and remains an important part of the city's performing arts heritage.
- Day of the week: February 24th, 1927 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Last Quarter
- Popular movie: California directed by Michele Lupo
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