Alain Delon's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A closer look at the biggest achievements of Alain Delon. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Alain Delon is a French actor, film producer, screenwriter, singer, and businessman recognized as a major cultural and cinematic figure of the 20th century. He rose to prominence in the mid-1950s and became an international sex symbol and one of the most recognizable figures in French culture. His style, appearance, and roles solidified his status as an enduring international icon.
1959: Critical Acclaim for Women Are Weak
In 1959, Alain Delon achieved critical acclaim for his role in the film Women Are Weak, marking an early success in his acting career.
1959: Lead Role in Women Are Weak
In 1959, Alain Delon was given the lead role in the comedy Women Are Weak, which became a big hit in France and marked his first film to be seen in America.
1960: Critical Acclaim for Purple Noon and Rocco and His Brothers
In 1960, Alain Delon received critical acclaim for his roles in both Purple Noon and Rocco and His Brothers, solidifying his reputation as a talented actor.
1960: International Reputation with Plein Soleil and Rocco and His Brothers
In 1960, Alain Delon secured his international reputation with roles in René Clément's Plein Soleil (Purple Noon) and Luchino Visconti's Rocco and His Brothers, receiving critical acclaim for his performances.
1962: Critical Acclaim for L'Eclisse
In 1962, Alain Delon was critically acclaimed for his role in the film L'Eclisse.
1963: Critical Acclaim for The Leopard and Any Number Can Win
In 1963, Alain Delon received critical acclaim for his roles in The Leopard and Any Number Can Win.
1964: Critical Acclaim for The Black Tulip
In 1964, Alain Delon received critical acclaim for his role in The Black Tulip.
1964: Starring in The Black Tulip
In 1964, Alain Delon starred in the swashbuckler film The Black Tulip, which became another hit, adding to his popularity in France.
1967: Critical Acclaim for The Last Adventure and Le Samouraï
In 1967, Alain Delon was critically acclaimed for his performances in The Last Adventure and Le Samouraï.
1968: Critical Acclaim for The Girl on a Motorcycle
In 1968, Alain Delon received critical acclaim for his role in The Girl on a Motorcycle.
1969: Critical Acclaim for La Piscine
In 1969, Alain Delon was critically acclaimed for his role in La Piscine.
1970: Critical Acclaim for Le Cercle Rouge
In 1970, Alain Delon received critical acclaim for his role in Le Cercle Rouge.
1972: Critical Acclaim for Un flic
In 1972, Alain Delon was critically acclaimed for his role in Un flic.
1976: Critical Acclaim for Monsieur Klein
In 1976, Alain Delon received critical acclaim for his role in Monsieur Klein.
1976: Boomerang, Armaguedon and Monsieur Klein
In 1976, Delon starred in 'Boomerang' and 'Armaguedon'. Also, in 1976 he starred in 'Monsieur Klein', for which he was nominated for the César Award.
1984: César Award and Swann in Love
In 1984, Delon was awarded the Best Actor César Award for his role in 'Notre histoire'. Also in 1984, he portrayed Baron de Charlus in 'Swann in Love'.
1985: César Award for Best Actor
In 1985, Alain Delon won the César Award for Best Actor for his performance in Notre histoire (1984).
1991: Legion of Honour
In 1991, Alain Delon became a member of France's Legion of Honour, a prestigious recognition of his contributions.
2019: Honorary Palme d'Or
At the 2019 Cannes Film Festival, Alain Delon received the Honorary Palme d'Or, celebrating his significant contributions to cinema.
October 2024: Paris to Honor Delon with Street or Facility
In October 2024, the Paris Council voted on a proposal to name a street or facility in the capital in honor of Alain Delon.
2024: Tribute at Venice Film Festival
During the opening ceremony of the 2024 Venice Film Festival, images of Gena Rowlands, Roberto Herlitzka, and Alain Delon were projected in tribute.
