Léa Seydoux
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  • Born:
    • Birthday: 1985-07-01
    • Born Place: Passy, Paris, France
  • Also Known As:

    Léa Hélène Seydoux-Fornier de Clausonne, レア・セドゥ, 레아 세두, 蕾雅瑟杜, Lea Seydoux, ليا سيدو, لئا سیدو, Леа Сейду

Léa Seydoux

Léa Seydoux is a French actress renowned for her compelling performances in both French and international cinema. Born on July 1, 1985, in Paris, she hails from a family with deep artistic roots. Her father, Jérôme Seydoux, is the president of the French film company Pathé, and her grandfather, Nicolas Seydoux, was a prominent figure in the French film industry. Her godfather is renowned footwear designer Christian Louboutin. Seydoux's breakthrough came with her role in La Vie d'Adèle (2013), which earned her the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, making her one of the first women to receive this honor. She has since collaborated with esteemed directors such as Quentin Tarantino in Inglourious Basterds (2009), Ridley Scott in Robin Hood (2010), and Woody Allen in Midnight in Paris (2011) . In the James Bond franchise, Seydoux portrays Dr. Madeleine Swann, a psychiatrist and the daughter of a former MI6 operative. She first appeared in Spectre (2015) and returned in No Time to Die (2021), making history as the first Bond love interest to appear in more than one film . Her portrayal of Swann was praised for adding emotional depth and complexity to the character, moving beyond the traditional "Bond girl" archetype. Beyond her film career, Seydoux is known for her advocacy on social issues. In 2017, she accused Harvey Weinstein of sexual assault, contributing to the #MeToo movement's momentum. She has also been active in political causes, including signing petitions for the recognition of Palestine and speaking out against the Gaza conflict. In 2024, Seydoux starred in The Second Act, an absurdist comedy directed by Quentin Dupieux, which opened the Cannes Film Festival . Her diverse roles and commitment to artistic integrity continue to solidify her status as one of contemporary cinema's most versatile and respected actresses.

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