The world of French cinema has no shortage of stars and famous actors. Most of these actors earn high salaries in line with their popularity. If you're here, it's probably because you're curious to find out which French actors are the best paid. Without making you wait any longer, we're going to reveal the top 6 best-paid French actors. Speaking of famous French actors, check out the famous French mime, Marcel Marceau.
TOP 1: Christian Clavier
Christian Clavier touched 800 000 € after the film "Les Profs 2". Born in Paris on May 6, 1952. He first came to prominence with the Splendid troupe's Café-Théâtre with Gérard Jugnot, Thierry Lhermitte, Michel Blanc, Marie-Anne Chazel and Josiane Balasco. He then went on to star in a number of famous films, including :
- Les Bronzés font du Ski in 1979;
- Santa Claus is scum in 1982;
- Papy makes the resistance in 1983.
He then continued his collaboration with Jean-Marie Poiré on films he had co-written, such as "Twist again in Moscow" in 1986 and "Mes meilleurs copains" in 1989.
TOP 2: Kad Merad
The famous actor of the film "On voulait tout casser", he earns €800,000. His real name is Kaddour Merad, born on March 27, 1964. He is a Franco-Algerian actor, comedian, director and screenwriter. Initially, he formed a duo with Olivier Baroux: the Kad and Olivier duo. He then embarked on a solo career.
TOP 3: Catherine Frot
She made a name for herself in "Marguerite". 700,000 to €1 million. She was born on 1er May 1956. She has been nominated for 6 César awards since 1986. She has also won two Molières: Best Supporting Actress in 1995 and Best Actress in a Private Theatre Performance in 2016. She is also the sister of actress Dominique Frot.
TOP 4: Sandrine Kiberlain
It earns between 800,000 to €1 million with the film "9 mois ferme". She is a French actress, director and singer. She was born on February 25, 1968. She won the César for Best Female Hope and Best Actress in 2014 for the film 9 mois ferme.
TOP 5: Jamel Debbouze
He wins 1 million for the film "Pourquoi j'ai mangé mon père". He is a French-Moroccan actor, comedian, screenwriter, producer and director. He is best known for producing sketch comedy shows, especially "Marrakech du rire". He is also the founder of the Canal+ TV show Jamel Comedy Club.
TOP 6: Franck Dubosc
He wins 1 million with the film "Pension Complète". He was born on November 7. He is a French-born comedian, actor, screenwriter and director. He is known for his mythomaniac, flirtatious and show-off character. He has also written and starred in five one-man shows. He joined the film industry in 2006 with a role in the comedy Camping. He went on to make his mark in other Fabien Onteniente comedies: Disco in 2008, then Camping 2 in 2010 and Camping 3 in 2016.
In short, these are some of the best-paid French actors. Which of the above actors is your favorite? Let us know in the comments!
