Born in 1929 in Margny-lès-Compiègne, France, he was a noted French film actor and director. He gained recognition for his role in Robert Bresson's "A Man Escaped" (1956), where he portrayed a French Resistance fighter. Transitioning to directing, he helmed several television series and films, including "Les Babas Cool" (1981). His career spanned several decades, contributing significantly to French cinema. He passed away in 2020, leaving behind a legacy in both acting and directing.