Happy birthday! Jean-François Stévenin turns 82 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 82 on Thursday, Apr. 23, 2026.

Jean-François Stévenin is celebrating his 82nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Jean-François Stévenin (Cold Moon, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 82nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Stévenin, a cultural icon

Born in Lons-le-Saunier on April 23, 1944, Jean-François Stévenin's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Stévenin'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-François hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Jean-François Stévenin as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 82.

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

Jean-François Stévenin career in pictures

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