Patrick Poivre d'Arvor
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- September 20, 1947 in Reims, Marne, France
- Active Years
- 1972–2023 (52 Years)
- Total Credits
- 38 credits in database
Biography
Patrick Jean Marcel Poivre, also known as Patrick Poivre d'Arvor and by the nickname PPDA, is a French television journalist, writer, and actor born on September 20, 1947, in Reims, Marne, France. With a career spanning over thirty years and more than 4,500 editions of television news, he was one of the longest serving newsreaders in the world before being fired in 2008. He presented his final newscast on TF1 on July 10, 2008. In the field of acting, he is known for his film credits, which include appearances in movies such as 99 francs, Que la lumiere soit, and Le Skylab. Since 2021, a total of 27 women have accused him of sexual assault or rape, with seventeen women filing formal complaints.
Career overview
Patrick Poivre d'Arvor, also known by the nickname PPDA, is a French television journalist and writer. Born on September 20, 1947, in Reims, France, he became a household name in France and one of the longest-serving newsreaders in the world. His career in television news spanned over 30 years, during which he amassed in excess of 4,500 editions of television news to his credit. He presented his final newscast on TF1 on July 10, 2008, prior to being fired later that year.
Alongside his prominent career as a newsreader, Patrick Poivre d'Arvor has accumulated 38 known credits in the film and television database, encompassing acting work. Among his film appearances, he is known for his roles in the motion pictures 99 francs, Que la lumiere soit, and Le Skylab.
In addition to his professional background in media and acting, Patrick Poivre d'Arvor has faced significant public scrutiny and legal allegations. Beginning in 2021, a total of 27 women accused him of sexual assault or rape allegedly occurring during decades prior. Out of these accusations, 17 women filed formal complaints, with eight of those complaints specifically alleging rape.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
38 titles- Romy Schneider, face à son destin (2023) as Self
- La TV des 70's : Quand Giscard était président (2022) as Self (archive footage)
- Presidents (2021) as Self
- Mitterrand et la télé (2021) as Self (archive footage)
- The Baudis affair, the murderous rumor (2021) as Self (archive footage)
- Entretien politique : Histoire et mode d'emploi (2020) as Self (archive footage)
- Disclaimer (2019) as Patrick Poivre d'Arvor
- Eric Escoffier, la Fureur de Vivre (2019) as Self
- La Télé des années 80 : Les Dix Ans qui ont tout changé (2018) as Self
- La télé des années 80 - Les 10 ans qui ont tout changé (2018) as Self
- Michèle Morgan, une vie (2017) as Self
- Amanda (2016) as Self
- 28 minutes (2012) as Self
- The Unexpected Getaway (2012) as Self
- Mon frère Yves (2012) Director
- Me Two (2008) as Self - PPDA dans la télé
- Taxi 4 (2007) as Self - Le présentateur du JT
- The Case of the Grinning Cat (2006) as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
- Suppr. (2005) as Présentateur JT
- Petit homme (2005) Novel
- Stardom (2000) as French TV Anchorman
- Les Guignols, les 10 premières années (1999) as Self
- L'Âme sœur (1999) as Self
- Not Seen, Not Caught (1998) as Self
- Let There Be Light! (1998) as Dieu le journaliste
- Madame Petlet's True Story (1995) as Patrick Poivre d'Arvor
- The Troubles We've Seen (1994) as Self
- Zone interdite (1993) as Self
- Fort Boyard (1990) as Self
- Sacrée soirée (1987) as Self
- Nulle part ailleurs (1987) as Self
- A Man and a Woman: 20 Years Later (1986) as Self / Patrick Poivre d'Arvor
- Champs-Elysées (1982) as Self
- Tribunal des flagrants délires : Patrick Poivre d'Arvor (1982) as Self
- Make Room for Tomorrow (1979) as Patrick Poivre d'Arvor
- Cinématon (1978) as N°600 / N°621
- Apostrophes (1975) as Self
- Le Grand Échiquier (1972) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Patrick Poivre d'Arvor best known for?
Patrick Poivre d'Arvor is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including 28 minutes (2012), Popples (1986), Taxi 4 (2007), Les Guignols, les 10 premières années (1999).
When and where was Patrick Poivre d'Arvor born?
Patrick Poivre d'Arvor was born on September 20, 1947 in Reims, Marne, France.
How many credits does Patrick Poivre d'Arvor have?
Patrick Poivre d'Arvor has accumulated over 38 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1972 to 2023.
What is Patrick Poivre d'Arvor's background in cinema and television?
Patrick Jean Marcel Poivre, also known as Patrick Poivre d'Arvor and by the nickname PPDA, is a French television journalist, writer, and actor born on September 20, 1947, in Reims, Marne, France. With a career spanning over thirty years and more than 4,500 editions of television news, he was one of the longest serving...
Patrick Poivre d'Arvor by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Apostrophes (1975) as Self — aged about 27
- Le Grand Échiquier (1972) as Self — aged about 24
- Fort Boyard (1990) as Self — aged about 42
- Champs-Elysées (1982) as Self — aged about 34
- 28 minutes (2012) as Self — aged about 64
- Nulle part ailleurs (1987) as Self — aged about 39
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