Age, Biography and Wiki
Who is it? | Actor, Soundtrack, Writer |
Birth Day | May 24, 1931 |
Birth Place | Paris, France, France |
Age | 92 YEARS OLD |
Birth Sign | Gemini |
Other names | Michael Lonsdale |
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1956–present |
Net worth: $1.7 Million (2024)
As of 2024, Michael Lonsdale's estimated net worth stands at $1.7 million. Hailing from France, Lonsdale is widely recognized for his multi-faceted talents as an actor, soundtrack artist, and writer. Throughout his illustrious career, he has displayed his prowess in various cinematic and theatrical performances, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. With a diverse portfolio including roles in several acclaimed films, Lonsdale has undoubtedly contributed to his financial success alongside his creative achievements.
Biography/Timeline
Lonsdale was born in Paris and brought up by a French mother and an English father, initially on the island of Guernsey, then in London in 1935, and later, during World War II, in Casablanca, Morocco. He returned to Paris to study painting in 1947, but was drawn into the world of acting instead, first appearing on stage at the age of 24.
Lonsdale is bilingual and has appeared in both English and French language productions. He is best known in the English-speaking world for his roles as the villainous Hugo Drax in the 1979 James Bond film Moonraker, the detective Claude Lebel in The Day of the Jackal, and M. Dupont d'Ivry in The Remains of the Day.
On 25 February 2011, he won a César Award, his first, as a Best Supporting Actor in Of Gods and Men.