Jacqueline Bisset

Winifred Jacqueline Fraser Bisset was born on September 13, 1944, in Weybridge, Surrey, England. Her career in film began in 1965, and she gained early recognition in 1968 with roles in “The Detective,” “Bullitt,” and “The Sweet Ride.” The latter earned her a Golden Globe nomination for Most Promising Newcomer. Throughout the 1970s, Bisset established herself with roles in notable films such as “Airport” (1970) and “Murder on the Orient Express” (1974). Her performance in François Truffaut’s “Day for Night” (1973) solidified her reputation as a serious actress in Europe.

Bisset gained significant international attention with her role in “The Deep” (1977), which contributed to widespread publicity. She earned another Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Comedy for “Who Is Killing the Great Chefs of Europe?” (1978). The 1980s saw her take on diverse roles, including co-producer for “Rich and Famous” (1981) and a Golden Globe-nominated performance in John Huston’s “Under the Volcano” (1984). Her career continued to evolve with appearances in television miniseries like “Anna Karenina” (1985) and “Napoleon and Josephine: A Love Story” (1987).

In the 1990s, Bisset garnered a César Award nomination for “La Cérémonie” (1995) and an Emmy nomination for her supporting role in the miniseries “Joan of Arc” (1999). Moving into the 2000s, she continued to receive critical acclaim, winning her first Golden Globe Award in 2013 for “Dancing on the Edge.” She has consistently worked in both mainstream and independent productions, collaborating with various directors and co-stars across her extensive filmography. In 2010, she was awarded France’s Legion of Honour.