Juliette Gréco 1927 – 2020

Biography

Juliette Gréco was born on February 7, 1927, in Montpellier, France, beginning a life that would span nearly a century. She became known for her work as both a singer and actress, contributing to French cultural life across multiple decades. Her career reflected the artistic traditions and evolving tastes of twentieth-century France, as she moved between performance disciplines throughout her professional life.

On September 23, 2020, Gréco passed away in Ramatuelle, in the south of France, at the age of ninety-three. She left behind a legacy as a performer who had witnessed and participated in significant periods of French entertainment and society. Her long life and career represented a connection to France’s rich artistic heritage.

Following her death, Gréco was laid to rest at Montparnasse Cemetery in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, a final resting place shared with many other notable figures in French history and culture. This location reflected her importance within French artistic circles and her enduring place in the nation’s cultural memory.