French actors who deceased in 1969
Here are 2 famous actors from France died in 1969:
Georges Renavent
Georges Renavent (April 23, 1894 Paris-January 2, 1969 Guadalajara) also known as George Renevant, George Renavent, Georges Renevant, Georges de Cheux or George Renevent was a French actor. He had one child, Francette Paretti.
Georges Renavent began his acting career in France before moving to the United States in the 1920s. He appeared in over 150 American films, often playing characters with a French or European accent. Some of his notable roles include Monsieur LeClerc in "To Catch a Thief" (1955) and Pierre in "Gilda" (1946). Renavent was also a prolific television actor, appearing in shows such as "The Twilight Zone" and "Bonanza". In addition to his acting career, Renavent was a writer, publishing his memoirs in French in 1952. He retired to Guadalajara, Mexico, where he passed away at the age of 74.
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Léo Joannon
Léo Joannon (August 21, 1904 Aix-en-Provence-March 28, 1969 Neuilly-sur-Seine) a.k.a. Joannon or Léon Gabriel Paul Joannon was a French film director, writer, film producer and actor.
Starting his career in the 1930s, Léo Joannon became well-known for directing films such as "Les Cinq Sous de Lavarède" (1939) and "Les Frères Bouquinquant" (1947). Additionally, he frequently collaborated with the legendary French comedian Fernandel, directing him in several films, including "Simplet" (1942) and "L'Âge ingrat" (1964). In addition to his work in film, Joannon wrote novels and plays and produced several films. Despite his success as a filmmaker, Joannon's career declined in the 1950s and he struggled to find work in the following decade. He passed away in 1969 at the age of 64.
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