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Opera

 

Suzy Delair was a French actress and singer who was born on December 31, 1917, in Paris, France. She was born as Suzanne Pierrette Delaire and was the daughter of a French father and a Polish mother. Her father was a musician who played the violin and the piano, and her mother was a dancer. Delair grew up in a family that was deeply involved in the arts, and she was exposed to music and dance from a very young age. Delair began her career as a dancer in the 1930s, performing in cabarets and music halls in Paris. She quickly gained a reputation as a talented performer and was soon discovered by film producers. In 1937, she made her film debut in the French film "Mademoiselle ma mère." She went on to appear in several other films throughout the 1930s and 1940s, including "La Valse des pantins" (1938), "Le Dernier des six" (1941), and "Quai des Orfèvres" (1947). In addition to her film career, Delair was also a talented singer. She began recording music in the 1940s and quickly became one of the most popular singers in France. Her signature song, "C'est si bon," became a hit in 1948 and remains one of the most famous French songs of all time. Delair's music was characterized by her sultry voice and her ability to convey emotion through her singing. Delair's career reached new heights in the 1950s, when she starred in several successful films, including "Les Amants de Montparnasse" (1958) and "Le Feu aux poudres" (1957). She also continued to record music and perform live, becoming one of the most popular entertainers in France. In 1959, she was awarded the Grand Prix du Disque for her album "Suzy Delair chante." Despite her success, Delair remained humble and dedicated to her craft. She continued to work in film and music throughout the 1960s and 1970s, appearing in films such as "Le Petit Baigneur" (1968) and "Le Grand Blond avec une chaussure noire" (1972). She also continued to record music, releasing several albums in the 1970s and 1980s. Delair's talent and dedication to her craft earned her numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. In addition to the Grand Prix du Disque, she was awarded the Chevalier de la Légion d'honneur in 1985 and the Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres in 1992. She was also awarded the Prix Henri-Langlois in 1996 for her contributions to French cinema. Delair's legacy as a performer and artist continues to be celebrated today. Her music and films remain popular with audiences around the world, and she is remembered as one of the most talented and influential performers of her time.

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