Françoise Dorin
- Known For
- Writing
- Born
- January 28, 1928 in Paris, France
- Died
- January 12, 2018
- Active Years
- 1959–2002 (44 Years)
- Total Credits
- 17 credits in database
Biography
Françoise Andrée Renée Dorin was a French actor, comedian, novelist, playwright, and songwriter. Born on 23 January 1928 in Paris, France, she was most successful during the 1970s. Her writing credits include approximately 30 plays and more than 25 books, as well as songs for various artists. She wrote the song N'avoue jamais, which Guy Mardel performed at the 1965 Eurovision Song Contest. Dorin was known for S.O.S. Operation Bikini, Va voir maman, papa travaille, and The Souvenir. She was married to Michel Caste and Jean Poiret. Dorin died on 12 January 2018 in Courbevoie, Hauts-de-Seine, France. Following her death, the Council of Paris voted unanimously to name a street in the 17th arrondissement after her.
Career overview
Françoise Dorin was a French actor, comedian, novelist, playwright, and songwriter. She was most successful during the 1970s. As an author, she wrote approximately 30 plays and more than 25 books. Her writing credits include the song N'avoue jamais, which was performed by Guy Mardel on behalf of France at the 1965 Eurovision Song Contest.
In addition to her work as a writer, Dorin was an actress known for her roles in S.O.S. Operation Bikini (1967), Va voir maman, papa travaille (1978), and The Souvenir (2019). She also appeared in the show Les Filles de Papa during a tour of France with Jacques Brel. Her professional contributions as a writer are noted in her credits, which include 17 known credits on The Movie Database.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
17 titles- Soins intensifs (2002) Author
- Sacrée soirée (1987) as Self
- L'étiquette (1986) Writer
- L'Intoxe (1983) Author
- Champs-Elysées (1982) as Self
- Your Turn, My Turn (1978) Novel
- Pane, burro e marmellata (1977) Writer
- La facture (1976) Author
- Midi Première (1975) as Self
- Apostrophes (1975) as Self
- Le Grand Échiquier (1972) as Self
- Midi trente (1972) as Self
- La Station Champbaudet (1972) Lyricist
- Cadet Rousselle (1971) as Self
- Jaloux comme un tigre (1964) as Mrs. Raymond
- On purge bébé (1961) as Clémence Chouilloux
- P.L.M (1959) as Paule
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Françoise Dorin best known for?
Françoise Dorin is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Sacrée soirée (1987), Champs-Elysées (1982), Tiger and Crane (2023), Crashing Into the Future (2018).
When and where was Françoise Dorin born?
Françoise Dorin was born on January 28, 1928 in Paris, France. They passed away on January 12, 2018.
How many credits does Françoise Dorin have?
Françoise Dorin has accumulated over 17 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1959 to 2002.
What is Françoise Dorin's background in cinema and television?
Françoise Andrée Renée Dorin was a French actor, comedian, novelist, playwright, and songwriter. Born on 23 January 1928 in Paris, France, she was most successful during the 1970s. Her writing credits include approximately 30 plays and more than 25 books, as well as songs for various artists. She wrote the song N'avoue...
Françoise Dorin by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Midi Première (1975) as Self — aged about 47
- Apostrophes (1975) as Self — aged about 47
- Le Grand Échiquier (1972) as Self — aged about 44
- Champs-Elysées (1982) as Self — aged about 54
- Midi trente (1972) as Self — aged about 44
- Sacrée soirée (1987) as Self — aged about 59
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