Gilles Villeneuve
Canadian racing driver (1950–1982)
1950 — 1982
Quick Facts
Profession
Canadian racing driver (1950–1982)
Born
January 18, 1950
Died
1982 (age ~32)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
motorcycle racer, Formula One driver
CanadaBorn in Saint-Jean-sur-RichelieuDied in Leuven
1950
Born in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu (1950-01-18)
1982
Died in Leuven
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Joseph Gilles Henri Villeneuve was a Canadian racing driver, who competed in Formula One from 1977 to 1982. Villeneuve was runner-up in the Formula One World Drivers' Championship in 1979 with Ferrari, and won six Grands Prix across six seasons.
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Who is Gilles Villeneuve?+
Joseph Gilles Henri Villeneuve was a Canadian racing driver, who competed in Formula One from 1977 to 1982. Villeneuve was runner-up in the Formula One World Drivers' Championship in 1979 with Ferrari, and won six Grands Prix across six seasons.
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 Villeneuve born?+
Gilles Villeneuve was born on January 18, 1950.
When did Gilles Villeneuve die?+
Gilles Villeneuve died in 1982, at approximately 32 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 — January 18, 1950
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Caban
Earth — evolution, navigation, sync
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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