Happy birthday! Maurice Bénichou turns 82 today
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Maurice Bénichou 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 Maurice Bénichou has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 82nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.
Bénichou, a cultural icon
Born in Tlemcen on January 23, 1943, Maurice Bénichou's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Bénichou'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 Maurice hasn't done.
And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Maurice Bénichou as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 82.
Happy Birthday, Maurice, you're the best!
Maurice Bénichou career in pictures
Omar m'a tuer (2011)
Amélie (2001)
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