Jean Gabin: A Legendary French Actor
Jean Gabin's Birthdate
Jean Gabin was born on May 17, 1904, in Paris, France.
He was born into a working-class family and left school at the age of 14 to help support his family.
Gabin began his acting career in the early 1920s, appearing in small roles in films and on stage.
Gabin's Rise to Fame
Gabin's breakthrough role came in 1936 when he starred in the film "Pépé le Moko".
His performance in the film made him a star and established him as one of the leading actors in French cinema.
Gabin went on to star in over 100 films, including "La Grande Illusion" (1937), "Quai des Brumes" (1938), and "Le Jour se lève" (1939).
Gabin's Personal Life
Gabin was married five times and had three children.
He was also a heavy smoker and drinker, which contributed to his death from a heart attack in 1976.
Despite his personal problems, Gabin was a beloved actor who is still remembered as one of the greatest stars of French cinema.
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