Remembering Gérard Philipe on the 64th Anniversary of his death

  • By Lori Macatee
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Remembering Gérard Philipe, 64 Years Later

It has been exactly 64 long years since Gérard Philipe died in Paris on December 25, 1959 at the age of 37. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Today, fans of Gérard Philipe (Fan-Fan the Tulip, Devil in the Flesh, ...) along with the rest of the film industry have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Philipe, a cultural icon

Born Gérard Philip in Cannes on December 4, 1922, his career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Philipe was not just a great actor, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

In 1947 he touched the hearts of millions as François Jaubert in ‘Devil in the Flesh’. His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique heritage.

It's been 64 years since the tragic loss of Gérard Philipe and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Gérard Philipe is no longer physically here, his presence is more powerful than ever. He left a void that has yet to be filled.

In memory of the Late Great Gérard Philipe.

Gérard Philipe career in pictures

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