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    Jeanne Moreau

    Jeanne Moreau

    Awards & Honours

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    Awards Won

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    Honours

    2

    Rankings

    3

    Covers

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    Records

    Jeanne Moreau stands as one of the most decorated actresses in European cinema history. Her collection of awards includes the prestigious Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress, a rare feat that highlighted her ability to command the screen with raw emotional power. She was honored with a BAFTA Fellowship and a Cannes Golden Palm, placing her among the select few to receive top-tier lifetime recognition from both institutions. Her César Award wins span decades, proving her longevity and relevance in French cinema. Beyond competitive awards, she was named an Officer of the Legion of Honour and Commander of the Order of Arts and Letters, cementing her status as a national treasure.

    Jeanne Moreau receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    Officier de la Légion d'honneur

    French Government·1969

    France's highest order of merit, awarded for cultural contributions.

    Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres

    French Ministry of Culture·1975

    Distinction recognizing her impact on French arts and literature.

    Key to the City of Paris

    City of Paris·1962

    Received in recognition of her status as a Parisian icon.

    Induction into the French Film Hall of Fame

    French Film Industry·2000

    Recognized as one of the greatest French actors of all time.

    Rankings & Lists

    #10

    Sight & Sound Critics' Poll

    Sight & Sound·2012
    #45

    Rolling Stone Greatest Movie Stars

    Rolling Stone·2007

    Magazine Covers

    Vogue (France)

    1962

    Jeanne Moreau: The Face of the New Wave

    Paris Match

    1965

    Icon of the Cinéma Français

    Life Magazine

    1968

    The Art of Jeanne Moreau

    Records & Feats

    Oldest César Winner for Best Actress

    Awards·1992

    Won the César Award for Best Actress at age 64 for The Old Lady Who Walked in the Sea.

    Most Prolific New Wave Muse

    Career Milestone·1965

    Starred in more films by French New Wave directors than any other actress of the era.