Also known as: J.P. Cassel , Jean Pierre Cassel, Жан-Пьер Кассель, Jean-Pierre Crochon
Born in Paris, France
1932-10-27 (age 74 at death)
Died 2007-04-19
Jean-Pierre Cassel (October 27, 1932 – April 19, 2007) was a French actor. A popular star of French cinema, he had over 200 film and television credits in a career spanning over 50 years. He was the father of actor Vincent Cassel, actress/singer Cécile Cassel, and rapper Mathias Cassel.
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Jean-Pierre Cassel (French pronunciation: [ʒɑ̃ pjɛʁ kasɛl]; born Jean-Pierre Crochon; 27 October 1932 – 19 April 2007) was a French actor and dancer. A popular star of French cinema, he was initially known for his comedy film appearances, though he also proved a gifted dramatic actor, and accrued over 200 film and television credits in a career spanning over 50 years.
He worked with many notable directors, including Luis Buñuel, Abel Gance, Jean Renoir, Claude Chabrol, Sidney Lumet, Joseph Losey, Chantal Akerman and Robert Altman. He was nominated for a César Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in La Cérémonie (1995).
Cassel was also the father of actor Vincent Cassel, actress/singer Cécile Cassel, and rapper Mathias Cassel.