Gilles Perrault
French writer and journalist (1931–2023)
1931 — 2023
Quick Facts
Profession
French writer and journalist (1931–2023)
Born
March 9, 1931
Died
2023 (age ~92)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
writer, screenwriter, lawyer
FranceBorn in 13th arrondissement of ParisDied in Sainte-Marie-du-Mont
1931
Born in 13th arrondissement of Paris (1931-03-09)
1979
AwardCésar Award for Best Original Screenplay or Adaptation
2023
Died in Sainte-Marie-du-Mont
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gilles Perrault?+
Gilles Perrault is French writer and journalist (1931–2023). Born in 1931.
What does the name Gilles mean?+
The name Gilles means "A male given name from French.. Etymology: -, from an alteration of Aegīdius.". It is of French origin.
When was Gilles Perrault born?+
Gilles Perrault was born on March 9, 1931.
When did Gilles Perrault die?+
Gilles Perrault died in 2023, at approximately 92 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from French.. Etymology: -, from an alteration of Aegīdius.
The name Gilles is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from French.. Etymology: -, from an alteration of Aegīdius.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Gilles — March 9, 1931
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Pisces
Intuitive, compassionate, artistic
Water · Neptune · Feb 19 – Mar 20
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Metal · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Manik
Deer — grace, healing, gentleness
Celtic Tree
Ash
Intuitive, artistic, imaginative
Ogham: Nion · Feb 18 – Mar 17
Birthstone: Aquamarine — Courage, serenity
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Guestbook
Your books never stay on the shelf long. Everyone's looking for them.
— a librarian
Legend.
— anon
Read your book at seventeen. It rewired my brain.
— a reader
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