Marion Cotillard

Marion Cotillard (born 30 September 1975) is a French actress who began her acting career in theater during her childhood. She garnered accolades for her performances in both blockbusters and independent films, establishing herself in both European and Hollywood productions. Cotillard's diverse roles have earned her numerous awards including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, two César Awards, and a Golden Globe Award. Among other distinctions, she was made a Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters in France in 2010, and a Knight of the Legion of Honour in 2016.

Cotillard made her breakthrough in the French film Taxi (1998), before making her Hollywood debut in Big Fish (2003). She achieved international recognition for her performance in La Vie en Rose (2007), winning an Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of French singer Édith Piaf. Cotillard continued working in Hollywood productions, with notable roles in Public Enemies (2009), Inception (2010), and The Dark Knight Rises (2012). Cotillard has since continued to star in critically acclaimed productions such as Two Days, One Night (2014) and Macbeth (2015).