Tchéky Karyo

Tchéky Karyo (born October 4, 1953) is a French actor.

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October 4 - 1953 - Actor

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He was born in Istanbul, Turkey, son of a Turkish father and a Greek mother, and grew up in Paris, France. He studied drama at the Cyrano Theatre and later became a member of the Daniel Sorano Company, playing many classical roles. After that, he joined the National Theatre of Strasbourg, starring in both contemporary and classical plays.

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Istanbul - Turkey - Greek - Paris - France - Cyrano Theatre - Daniel Sorano Company - National Theatre of Strasbourg

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He has participated in many Hollywood movies, often portraiting a French character, in the same fashion as Jean Reno.

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He was nominated for a César Award for Best Actor for his role in La Balance, and received the Jean Gabin Prize in 1986 in recognition of his talent.

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César Award for Best Actor - La Balance - Jean Gabin Prize

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