David de Funès
French actor and comedian (1914–1983)
1914 — 1983
Quick Facts
Profession
French actor and comedian (1914–1983)
Born
July 31, 1914
Died
1983 (age ~69)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
screenwriter, actor, comedian
FranceBorn in CourbevoieDied in Nantes
1914
Born in Courbevoie (1914-07-31)
1973
AwardKnight of the Legion of Honour
1983
Died in Nantes
About
Louis Germain David de Funès de Galarza was a French actor and comedian. According to a series of polls conducted since the late 1960s, he is France's favourite actor, having played over 150 roles in film and over 100 on stage. His acting style is remembered for its high-energy performance and his wide range of facial expressions and tics. A considerable part of his best-known acting was directed by Jean Girault.
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Who is David de Funès?+
Louis Germain David de Funès de Galarza was a French actor and comedian. According to a series of polls conducted since the late 1960s, he is France's favourite actor, having played over 150 roles in film and over 100 on stage. His acting style is remembered for its high-energy performance and his w
What does the name David mean?+
The name David means "male given name (Δαβίδ)". It is of English origin.
When was David de Funès born?+
David de Funès was born on July 31, 1914.
When did David de Funès die?+
David de Funès died in 1983, at approximately 69 years of age.
Name Meaning
male given name (Δαβίδ)
The name David is of English origin, meaning "male given name (Δαβίδ)". It is traditionally a male name.
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David — July 31, 1914
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Leo
Confident, generous, warm-hearted
Fire · Sun · Jul 23 – Aug 22
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Wood · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
11 Ik
Wind — breath, spirit, communication
Celtic Tree
Holly
Noble, leader, strategist
Ogham: Tinne · Jul 8 – Aug 4
Birthstone: Ruby — Passion, vitality
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Guestbook
Legend.
— anon
Wrote a character thinking of you. The role found its way back.
— a screenwriter
That scene. You know the one. Oscar-worthy every time.
— a cinephile
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