Biography
Who is Nicole Garcia?
Early life and education
Nicole Garcia was born on April 22, 1946, in Oran, which was then in French Algeria. She grew up there before pursuing her passion for the performing arts.
To hone her craft as a performer, Nicole studied at the Conservatoire national supérieur d'art dramatique. This education provided a strong foundation for her future career in French cinema.
Career highlights
Nicole began making a strong impact on the film industry as an actress. In 1980, she won the César Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in the film Le Cavaleur.
Expanding her creative talents behind the camera, she also worked as a film director and screenwriter. Her film Charlie Says was entered into the 2006 Cannes Film Festival, and Going Away screened at the 2013 Toronto International Film Festival.
In 2014, Nicole served as the president of the jury for the Caméra d'Or section at the Cannes Film Festival. Later, her 2016 film From the Land of the Moon received multiple César Award nominations, including nods for best film and best director.
Family and relationships
Nicole has two children from her life and career in the arts. Her eldest son, Frédéric Bélier-Garcia, works as a theatre director and writer.
From her relationship with Jean Rochefort, she welcomed her second son, Pierre Rochefort, who pursued a career as an actor.
Birthday and age
Nicole Garcia was born on April 22, 1946, which makes Nicole 80 years old today. That birthday falls under the Taurus sign. Nicole shares the date with 24 other famous people.
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