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About Jean Cocteau
Jean Cocteau was a French poet, writer, designer and filmmaker best remembered for his 1929 novelLes Enfants Terribles as well as for directing famous films such as 1930's The Blood of a Poet and 1946's Beauty and the Beast.
Personal Life
He was the son of Eugénie Lecomte and Georges Cocteau, who worked as a lawyer. He and actor Jean Marais were in a romantic relationship that lasted from 1937 until his death in 1963. In addition to being his lover, Marais was also his muse.
Trivia
His father committed suicide when he was nine years old.
He never hid the fact that he was bisexual.
He died of a heart attack. He reportedly suffered the fatal heart attack upon hearing of the sudden death of his close friend singer Édith Piaf.
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F.A.Q. about Jean Cocteau
When is his birthday?
Jean Cocteau's birthday is on July 5, 1889.
In how many days is his birthday?
Jean's birthday is in 77 days
How old was Jean when he died?
He was 74 years old.
When did he die?
He died in October 11, 1963.
How old would he be today?
Jean Cocteau would be 134 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Jean from?
He was born in Maisons-Laffitte, France.