Romain Gary

Description:

Romain Gary was born on 8 May 1914 in Vilna, Russian Empire [now Vilnius, Lithuania]. He was a writer and actor, known for The Longest Day (1962), Kill! (1971) and Les oiseaux vont mourir au Pérou (1968). He was married to Jean Seberg and Lesley Blanch. He died on 2 December 1980 in Paris, France.

Overview

Birthday May 8, 1914
Born In Vilna, Russian Empire [now Vilnius, Lithuania]
Alternative names Emile Ajar
Spouse/Ex- Jean Seberg October 16, 1962 - July 1, 1970 (divorced),Lesley Blanch April 4, 1945 - September 1962 ()
Parents Arieh-Leïb Kacew,
Children Diego Gary

Did you know

Trivia His 1958 novel "Lady L" was said to have been inspired by his wife, Lesley Blanch. In it, a worldly grand dame works the social circuit, telling captivating stories along the way. Sophia Loren starred in the film made from the book, Lady L (1965).
Nickname Emile Ajar

Scores

The Longest Day
2h 58m
7.7
Kill! Kill! Kill! Kill!
1h 53m
4.7
Birds in Peru
1h 35m
4.9
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