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François Papineau Biography

Birth Name:François Papineau

Birth Place:Laval, Québec, Canada

Profession Actor

Fast Facts

  • Best known for performing the character of prison director Normand Despins in the television series “Unité 9” from 2012 to 2019
  • He graduated from the National Theatre School of Canada in 1990 and has performed parts on television and in movies in Quebec for more than 25 years
  • He is married to actress Bénédicte Décary, with whom he costarred in the television series “Entre deux draps” in 2021
  • He performed the character of serial killer Lizotte in the television series “Fortier” starring Sophie Lorain in 2001

Awards

  • 2010Best Actor-: winner
  • 2011Genie-Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role: nominated
  • 2011Jutra-Best Actor (Meilleur Acteur): nominated