Happy birthday! Patrick Chesnais turns 79 today

By Lori Macatee
Paris
Last updated on March 18, 2026

The iconic and legendary actor turns 79 on Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2026.

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Patrick Chesnais is celebrating his 79th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Patrick Chesnais (Not Here to Be Loved, The Reader, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 79th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Chesnais, a cultural icon

Born in La Garenne-Colombes on March 18, 1947, Patrick Chesnais' career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Chesnais' 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 Patrick hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Patrick Chesnais as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 79.

Happy Birthday, Patrick, you're the best!