It’s a sad day in show business as acclaimed French actor Jean-Paul Belmondo has passed away.
Belmondo, who achieved international fame with his memorable role in Jean-Luc Godard’s New Wave classic Breathless, reportedly died on Monday at his home in Paris.
No information has yet been revealed about the cause of death, but his passing was confirmed by his lawyer Michel Godest.
Belmondo was 88 years old.Jean-Paul Charles Belmondo was born on April 9, 1933, in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France.
As a teenager, Belmondo took an interest in boxing, though he retired undefeated after winning three fights.
He then had a stint in the military, serving in Algeria as a private for half a year, though he had gotten bit by the acting bug by his late teens.
At the age of 20, he attended the Conservatoire of Dramatic Arts, studying the craft to launch his career as a performer.Starting in theatre, Belmondo
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