Trivia

Trained at the Paris Conservatory, she later joined the Comedie Francaise.

Was awarded the Legion of Honor by President Charles de Galle for her valiant work in the French Resistance.

A recognized stage actress and director, in 1958 the Theatre du Gymnase-Dramatique was renamed in her honor.

Member of the jury at the Cannes Film Festival in 1969

French leading lady in elegant roles in late silent and early talking films, best known for her classic work in Feyder's Le Grand Jeu" (1934) and Duvivier's "Un Carnet de Ball" (1937).

Buried with her husband Jean Chevrier in the Monaco cemetery and their grave is located right next to that of Josephine Baker and Jo Bouillon.