Happy birthday! Martin Lamotte turns 78 today

By Lori Macatee
Paris
Last updated on June 2, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 78 on Monday, Jun. 2, 2025.

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Martin Lamotte is celebrating his 78th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-director-screenwriter Martin Lamotte (Sœur Thérèse.com, Santa Claus is a bastard, French Fried Vacation, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 78th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Lamotte, a cultural icon

Born in Paris on June 2, 1947, Martin Lamotte's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Lamotte'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 Martin hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Martin Lamotte as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 78.

Happy Birthday, Martin, you're the best!