The filmography of Vanessa Paradis is quite extensive. The personality itself is incredibly multifaceted, it has proved itself in various fields: starting to work as a wonderful model, ending with creating a family. A successful woman still pleases her fans, which is why it is worth a little more to get acquainted with her life.
early years
The biography of Vanessa Paradis began on December 22 in 1972 in a Paris suburb called Saint-Mor-de-Fosset, which is located in the department of Val-de-Marne. Vanessa Chantal was brought up in a creative family of directors Andre and Corinne Paradis, took care of her sister Elisson.
In childhood, the girl was very restless. The main hobbies were singing and dancing. Vanessa's uncle, Didier Payne, a well-known producer in combination, noticed a developing talent and decided to direct everything in the right direction. So, at the age of seven, a young lady conquered French television with her appearance on a television contest with the composition of Emily Jolie. This was a big step towards a brighter future.
Carier start
In 1987, when Vanessa was fourteen, the first song “Taxi Driver named Joe” was released, which brought her unprecedented popularity. Literally a year later, the world saw the debut album of the singer M&J, which subsequently became platinum. The lady’s discography consists of the following records:
- Variations sur le meme t'aime;
- Vanessa Paradis;
- Bliss
- Divindylle;
- Love songs.
Around the same time, the girl decided to work in the modeling business. Paradis signed a contract with the famous Chanel brand and began her modeling career by advertising wonderful perfumes called Coco.
But do not forget about the main field of celebrity activity - cinema. The filmography of Vanessa Paradis includes more than twenty works. And her contribution was appreciated by many nominations and awards.
Movie
She made her film debut in 1989. She did not get any episodic role, Vanessa played the main character of the movie "White Wedding" by Jean-Claude Brissot. Only after that, the girl did not appear on the screens for more than five years.
She returned to the cinema sphere in 1995. Then she got a role in the drama "Eliza." The shooting was distinguished by fruitful cooperation with the famous actor Gerard Depardieu and piquant scenes.
After a couple of years, the celebrity took up comedy films. The first work in this direction was the mystical comedy "Witching Love" with Jean Reno.
The filmography of Vanessa Paradis includes the following paintings:
- “One Chance for Two” (1998) as Alice Tomaso.
- “The Girl on the Bridge” (1999), where Adele played.
- The Atomic Circus: The Return of James Battle (2004), portrayed Conchia.
- “My Angel” (2004) - Colet.
- "Smoothie" (2010) - got a character named Juliette.
- Cafe de Flor (2011) - Jacqueline.
- "Yoganutye" (2016).
- “Hoarfrost” (2017) and others.
As previously mentioned, Vanessa was repeatedly awarded for her work. In her arsenal of awards there are victories in the following categories:
- “Cesar” - the most promising actress (1990);
- “Romy Schneider Award” (1990);
- “International Romantic Cinema Festival in Cabourg” (2012) - Golden Swann.
For a wonderful game in the movie "Cafe de Flor", the actress was twice awarded a victory in the category "Best Actress" at the "Gini" and Jutra Awards.
Personal life
As it happens, a common professional activity connects people. So, the first husband of Vanessa Paradis was a colleague in the shop - Johnny Depp. The couple have been married for a happy sixteen years. The former spouses have two children: daughter Lily-Rose Melody Depp (famous model) and John Christopher Depp. Since June last year, Vanessa married director Samuel Benstery. Before marriage, the current couple met for almost two years.
The filmography of Vanessa Paradis is annually replenished with new films, which cannot but rejoice. Anyone who is not familiar with her work should already begin to enjoy watching it. It is worth starting with the most famous work of Paradis "Cafe de Flor", aesthetic pleasure is provided!