Annie Girardot was born on October 25, 1931, in Paris, France. Her mother was a midwife. She initially trained as a nurse but later pursued acting, attending the Conservatoire national supérieur d’art dramatique in Paris, where she won the prestigious Prix Suzanne Bianchetti as the most promising young actress.
Girardot began her acting career in the theatre, joining the Comédie-Française in 1954. She left in 1957 to pursue film roles. She quickly gained recognition for her stage performances, demonstrating her versatility and dramatic range.
Girardot’s film career spanned several decades, during which she appeared in over 100 films. She became known for her ability to portray strong, independent women in a variety of roles, from drama to comedy. Her breakthrough role came in 1960 with Luchino Visconti’s “Rocco and His Brothers.”
Notable Film Roles:
Annie Girardot received numerous awards throughout her career, including: