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About Maurice Chevalier
Maurice Chevalier was an accomplished French celebrity of the twentieth century who had fans drooling over his dashing features. He had a great career as a successful entertainer, actor, and cabaret singer.
He started out as an acrobat and singer performing in public as a child and then laboring in menial professions, but his career as an acrobat was cut short due to an injury.
As a naturally talented personality, he began singing at cafes and performing in musicals. Later he rapidly came to widespread popularity as a singer and impersonator by a chance encounter with nightclub singer Mistinguett.
Chevalier is widely remembered for his performance in a number of successful and critically acclaimed films such as “The Love Parade”, “One Hour with You”, and “The Big Pond” as well as his signature tunes which include "Livin' In The Sunlight," and "Thank Heaven for Little Girls”.
Family
He was married to Nita Raya and Yvonne Vallée.
He was born to Joséphine Van Den Bossche, and Charles Victor Chevalier.
Achievements
- Academy Awards, USA - "Best Actor in a Leading Role" - nominee (1930)
- Golden Globes, USA - "Cecil B. DeMille Award" - winner (1959)
Trivia
Chevalier was 1.79 meters tall.
He died of a heart attack after undergoing kidney surgery.
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F.A.Q. about Maurice Chevalier
When is his birthday?
Maurice Chevalier's birthday is on September 12, 1888.
In how many days is his birthday?
Maurice Chevalier's birthday is in 347 days
How old was Maurice Chevalier when he died?
He was 83 years old.
When did he die?
He died in January 1, 1972.
How old would he be today?
Maurice Chevalier would be 135 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Maurice Chevalier from?
He was born in Paris, France.