Mélanie Laurent, the multi-talented French artist, has left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment as an actress, singer, pianist, screenwriter, and director.

Widely recognized for her role in Quentin Tarantino’s ‘Inglourious Basterds,’ which served as a springboard to Hollywood success, Laurent’s artistic journey encompasses filmmaking, singing, and stage performances. This article unravels intriguing facts that define Mélanie Laurent’s life and diverse career.

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Father	Pierre Laurent
Mother	Annick Laurent
Brothers	Mathieu Laurent
Sisters	Marie (Marie Denarnaud)
Boyfriends / Girlfriends	Julien Boisselier (2006-2009) Damien Rice (2009) Ewan McGregor (2010) Bradley Cooper (2011)
Marital Status	Married
Partner	Julien Boisselier
Sons	Léo Laurent
Daughters	Mila Laurent

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• Born on February 21, 1983, in Paris, France, Mélanie Laurent hails from a Jewish family with Ashkenazi-Polish and Sephardic-Tunisian ancestry. Her parents, Annick and Pierre Laurent, immersed her in the world of arts – her mother a ballerina and ballet teacher, and her father, a renowned voice-over actor.

• Mélanie’s entry into the film industry occurred at the age of 16 when Gérard Depardieu noticed her on the set of ‘Asterix & Obelix’ and offered her a role in his co-directed film, ‘The Bridge.’

• The breakthrough in French mainstream cinema came with Philippe Lioret’s 2006 film, ‘Don’t Worry, I’m Fine,’ earning her accolades and awards. This marked the beginning of her acclaimed career with notable roles in films like ‘Paris’ (2008) and ‘The Round-Up’ (2010).

• Hollywood beckoned in 2009 with her role in Quentin Tarantino’s ‘Inglourious Basterds,’ where she portrayed the character ‘Shosanna Dreyfus.’ Despite initially not speaking English, her performance earned her widespread recognition and awards.

• Mélanie Laurent continued her success with roles in films like ‘Beginners’ (2011), ‘Night Train to Lisbon’ (2013), and the hugely successful ‘Now You See Me’ (2013).

• Venturing into directing, Laurent’s debut short film, ‘De moins en moins’ (2008), paved the way for her directorial feature film, ‘The Adopted’ (2011), and the well-received ‘Respire’ (2014).

• Her 2015 documentary, ‘Tomorrow,’ co-directed by Laurent, won the ‘César Award for Best Documentary Film.’ Subsequently, she directed her first English-language film, ‘Galveston,’ released in 2018.

• Mélanie Laurent’s artistic pursuits extend to music. In collaboration with Irish musician Damien Rice, she released her debut studio album, ‘En T’Attendant,’ in 2011.

• Recognized for her exceptional contributions, Mélanie Laurent has received numerous awards, including the ‘César Award for Most Promising Actress’ for ‘Don’t Worry, I’m Fine’ and accolades for her role in ‘Inglourious Basterds.’

• Beyond her artistic endeavors, Mélanie Laurent is an advocate for environmental causes. She actively supports the campaign against overfishing and serves as a Climate Ambassador for ‘Kofi Annan’s Global Humanitarian Forum.’

• In her personal life, Mélanie Laurent was in a relationship with French actor Julien Boisselier until 2009. She later married a crew member from one of her films, keeping his identity private. They welcomed their son, Léo Laurent, on September 30, 2013.

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