Marie Bell
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| Born |
Marie-Jeanne Bellon 23 December 1900 Bègles, France |
| Died | 14 August 1985 (aged 84) |
| Resting place | Monaco Cemetery |
| Occupation | Tragedian, comic actor, stage director |
| Spouse(s) | Jean Chevrier |
Marie Bell (December 23, 1900 – August 14, 1985), born Marie-Jeanne Bellon, was a French tragedian, comic actor and stage director. She was the director of the Théâtre du Gymnase in Paris from 1962 onwards, and this theatre now bears her name.
Marie Bell was born on December 23, 1900.
Bell was a classical actress. She also appeared in avant-garde theatre, Jean Genet in particular.
Her interpretation of the role of Phèdre is highly noted : "Voir Marie Bell dans Phèdre est une chance unique pour quiconque veut savoir ce qu'est le génie français." André Malraux
During the German Occupation of France (1940–1944), she participated in the French resistance as one of nine directors of the Front national du théâtre. She is buried in Monaco with her husband Jean Chevrier, not far from the tomb of Josephine Baker.
Bell married Jean Chevrier, who was also an actor.
Bell died on August 14, 1985. She was buried alongside her husband at the Monaco Cemetery.
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