Marcel Marceau
French actor and mime artist (1923–2007)
1923 — 2007
Quick Facts
Profession
French actor and mime artist (1923–2007)
Born
March 22, 1923
Died
2007 (age ~84)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
clown, actor, comedian
FranceBorn in StrasbourgDied in Cahors
1923
Born in Strasbourg (1923-03-22)
1963
AwardPrix du Brigadier
1990
AwardHonorary Molière Award
2007
Died in Cahors
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Marcel Marceau was a French mime artist and actor most famous for his stage persona, "Bip the Clown". He referred to mime as the "art of silence", performing professionally worldwide for more than 60 years.
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Who is Marcel Marceau?+
Marcel Marceau was a French mime artist and actor most famous for his stage persona, "Bip the Clown". He referred to mime as the "art of silence", performing professionally worldwide for more than 60 years.
What does the name Marcel mean?+
The name Marcel means "A male given name from French.. Etymology: Borrowed from Marcel, from Marcellus, diminutive of Marcus. Marcellus.". It is of German origin.
When was Marcel Marceau born?+
Marcel Marceau was born on March 22, 1923.
When did Marcel Marceau die?+
Marcel Marceau died in 2007, at approximately 84 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from French.. Etymology: Borrowed from Marcel, from Marcellus, diminutive of Marcus. Marcellus.
The name Marcel is of German origin, meaning "A male given name from French.. Etymology: Borrowed from Marcel, from Marcellus, diminutive of Marcus. Marcellus.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Marcel — March 22, 1923
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aries
Bold, energetic, courageous
Fire · Mars · Mar 21 – Apr 19
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
8 Etznab
Mirror — clarity, truth, reflection
Celtic Tree
Alder
Courageous, passionate, confident
Ogham: Fearn · Mar 18 – Apr 14
Birthstone: Aquamarine — Courage, serenity
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