Born on January 6, 1928, in Saint-Raphaël, Var, France, she began her career as a fashion model before transitioning to acting in the 1950s. Known for her elegance and poise, she gained international recognition with her role in "The Pink Panther" (1963). Throughout her career, she appeared in numerous films, often portraying sophisticated women. Her personal life was marked by a commitment to privacy. She passed away on March 17, 1990, in Lausanne, Switzerland.