Happy birthday! Jean-Claude Drouot turns 87 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 87 on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025.

Jean-Claude Drouot is celebrating his 87th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Jean-Claude Drouot (Thierry la Fronde, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 87th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Drouot, a cultural icon

Born in Lessines on December 17, 1938, Jean-Claude Drouot's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Belgian history. Drouot's not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Jean-Claude hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Jean-Claude Drouot as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 87.

Happy Birthday, Jean-Claude, you're the best!

Jean-Claude Drouot career in pictures

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