Gérard Depardieu is a prominent French actor and film producer born in 1948 in Châteauroux, France. The son of migrant laborers, he left his hometown at age 16 to pursue acting in Paris, quickly gaining recognition with his breakout role in *Les Valseuses* (1973). Over his extensive career, he has appeared in nearly 200 films, becoming one of France’s most prolific and internationally recognized actors[1][6]. Depardieu is known for his versatility, portraying a wide range of characters from historical figures like Georges Danton and Auguste Rodin to contemporary roles, often embodying a masculine but sensitive screen presence[1]. His notable films include Bernardo Bertolucci’s *1900* (1976), François Truffaut’s *The Last Metro* (1980), *Jean de Florette* (1986), *Manon des Sources* (1986), and *Camille Claudel* (1989). His performance in *Cyrano de Bergerac* (1990) earned him the Cannes Best Actor Award, a César Award, and an Academy Award nomination[1][2][3]. In addition to acting, Depardieu has worked as a producer on several projects and participated in theater productions in Europe and the United Kingdom in the 2000s and 2010s[3][2]. He has received numerous accolades, including multiple César Award nominations and two César wins for Best Actor[4]. Depardieu’s personal life has been marked by controversy, including legal issues and media criticism for various incidents[2]. Despite this, he remains an influential figure in French cinema. In recent years, he has also expressed interest in vineyard ownership and winemaking, reflecting his passion for wine[5]. As of 2025, Gérard Depardieu continues to be relevant in the film industry, both in France and internationally, with a career spanning over five decades and a lasting impact on European cinema[1][6].