ACTOR

Charles Boyer

Best known as Le Grand in Casino Royale.

8 Appearances

1 Series

7 Films

8.0 Top rated

Personal details

Known for

Acting

Gender

Male

Born

28 August 1899

Died

26 August 1978

Place of birth

Figeac, Lot, Midi-Pyrénées, France

Also known as

Čārlzs Boijers

Biography

Charles Boyer (28 August 1899 – 26 August 1978) was a French actor who appeared in more than 80 films between 1920 and 1976. After receiving an education in drama, Boyer started on the stage, but he found success in movies during the 1930s. His memorable performances were among the era's most highly praised romantic dramas, Algiers (1938) and Love Affair (1939). Another famous role was in the 1944 mystery-thriller Gaslight. He received four Academy Award nominations for Best Actor.