About Rufus
Born 1942. Rufus is a French actor, comedian, stage actor, film actor, television actor and glider pilot.
Jacques Narcy (born 19 December 1942), better known by his stage name Rufus, is a French actor best known to international film audiences for his performance as Raphaël, the father of Amélie Poulain in Amélie.
Career After three years at medical school, he became a theatre manager.
He has appeared in numerous French TV series and productions, including most of the films directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet. He played the lead role in the movie Train de vie (1998), an award-winning tragicomedy about the Holocaust.
Personal life He lives in Neauphle-le-Château in the Yvelines département and has three children; his daughter Zoé Narcy and his son Basile Narcy are themselves actors.
Filmography
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Rufus?
French actor and comedian
When was Rufus born?
Rufus was born on 19 December 1942 in Riom.
What is Rufus's occupation?
Rufus is an actor, comedian, stage actor, film actor, television actor and glider pilot.
What nationality is Rufus?
Rufus is French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rufus. https://biography.guide/rufus-actor/
MLA: "Rufus." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/rufus-actor/.
Chicago: "Rufus." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/rufus-actor/.
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