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Marie Gignac

b. 1953

Canadian actress

Actor Theatre director
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About Marie Gignac

Born 1953. Marie Gignac is a Canadian actor and theatre director.

Marie Gignac is a two-time Genie Award–nominated actress. Gignac has been nominated twice in the category of Best Supporting Actress each for The Confessional (Le Confessionnal) and The Secret Life of Happy People (La Vie secrète des gens heureux).

In 2011, she was made a Member of the Order of Canada "for her contributions to the performing arts as an actress, director, playwright and artistic director of Québec’s Carrefour international de théâtre."

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Important facts

Born
1953, Quebec City
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Actor, theatre director
Nationality
Canada
Awards
Member of the Order of Canada

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Marie Gignac?

Canadian actress

When was Marie Gignac born?

Marie Gignac was born in 1953 in Quebec City.

What is Marie Gignac's occupation?

Marie Gignac is an actor and theatre director.

What nationality is Marie Gignac?

Marie Gignac is Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Marie Gignac

· Wikidata: Q3292556

· DBpedia: Marie Gignac

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