Nathalie Odzierejko, acting under the stage name Nathalie Baye, was born on July 6, 1948, in Mainneville, Eure, France. She is a French actress known for her prolific career in French cinema.
Baye began her formal acting training at the age of 14, studying dance and drama. She continued her studies at the Cours Simon and later at the Conservatoire National Supérieur d’Art Dramatique. Her early stage work led to her film debut in 1970.
Her career gained momentum in the 1970s, working with prominent directors such as François Truffaut. She quickly became a recognized face in French cinema, often portraying complex and nuanced characters.
Nathalie Baye has won four César Awards for Best Actress, the French equivalent of the Academy Award. These awards were for her roles in:
She also won the César Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Vénus Beauté (Institut) (1999).