Léa Hélène Seydoux-Fornier de Clausonne, known professionally as Léa Seydoux, was born on July 1, 1985, in Paris, France. She is the daughter of Valérie Schlumberger, a philanthropist, and Henri Seydoux, a businessman. Seydoux comes from a prominent family in the French film industry. Her grandfather, Jérôme Seydoux, is the chairman of Pathé, and her great-uncle, Nicolas Seydoux, is the chairman of Gaumont. Despite her family connections, Seydoux initially pursued a career in opera before transitioning to acting.
Seydoux began her acting career in the mid-2000s, appearing in several French films. Her breakthrough role came in 2008 with Christophe Honoré’s *La Belle Personne*, for which she received a César Award nomination for Most Promising Actress. Since then, she has established herself as an internationally recognized actress, working with acclaimed directors in both French and English-language cinema.
Seydoux has appeared in a diverse range of films, showcasing her versatility as an actress. Some of her most notable works include: