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Jean-Pierre Melville

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Film director · Actor

Jean-Pierre Melville

French filmmaker and actor (1917 to 1973)

Jean-Pierre Melville was born on October 20, 1917 and died on August 2, 1973, aged 55.

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Born
October 20, 1917, 9th arrondissement of Paris
Died
August 2, 1973
Zodiac sign
Libra
Country
France
Known as
Film director, Actor

Official links: Wikipedia

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  • Jean-Pierre Melville would have turned 109 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: April 20. Birthstone: Opal and tourmaline.
  • Jean-Pierre Melville belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.

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When was Jean-Pierre Melville born?

Jean-Pierre Melville was born on October 20, 1917 and died on August 2, 1973, aged 55.

What is Jean-Pierre Melville’s zodiac sign?

Libra, born October 20.