Gaspard Ulliel was a French actor and model, born on November 25, 1984, in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
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. He was known for his striking performances in both French and international cinema, as well as his long-standing role as the face of Chanel’s men’s fragrance, Bleu de Chanel
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Ulliel’s career began at a young age, with his feature film debut in “Brotherhood of the Wolf” (2001)
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. However, it was his role in “Strayed” (2003) that truly marked his breakthrough
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. He received critical acclaim for his performance as Manech in “A Very Long Engagement” (2004), winning the César Award for Most Promising Actor in 2005
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One of his most notable roles was portraying the fashion icon Yves Saint Laurent in the biopic “Saint Laurent” (2014), for which he received his first César nomination for Best Actor
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. He won the César Award for Best Actor in 2017 for his role in “It’s Only the End of the World” (2016)
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Ulliel was also known for his distinctive scar on his left cheek, which he acquired as a child when he was attacked by a Doberman
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. He often joked that the scar helped him with his emotional acting abilities, as it looked like a dimple
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Tragically, Gaspard Ulliel passed away on January 19, 2022, at the age of 37, following a skiing accident in La Rosière, France
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. His untimely death was a significant loss to the world of cinema, and he was remembered fondly by fans and colleagues alike
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Throughout his career, Ulliel worked with many renowned directors, including André Téchiné, Bertrand Bonello, Jean-Pierre Jeunet, and Gus Van Sant
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. He also voiced Jack Frost in the French version of “Rise of the Guardians” (2012) and portrayed Anton Mogart in the Disney+ miniseries “Moon Knight” (2022), which was released posthumously
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Gaspard Ulliel’s legacy lives on through his impactful performances and the lasting impression he left on the film industry. His work continues to inspire and captivate audiences around the world.
For more information, you can watch this YouTube video about Gaspard Ulliel’s life and career.
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