History of Charlotte Le Bon in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 26, 2025

Charlotte Le Bon is a Canadian actress and film director recognized for her versatile career. She gained initial fame through her appearances on the Canal+ talk show, Le Grand Journal. Le Bon has since transitioned to film, starring in notable productions such as Yves Saint Laurent, The Hundred-Foot Journey, and The Walk, solidifying her presence in the entertainment industry. Her career encompasses both comedic and dramatic roles, showcasing her range as a performer.

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September 1986: Charlotte Le Bon Born

In September 1986, Charlotte Le Bon was born. She is a Canadian actress and film director known for her work in film and television.

1986: Charlotte Le Bon's Birth

In 1986, Charlotte Le Bon was born in Montreal, Canada, to Brigitte Paquette and Richard Le Bon. Her mother and stepfather are actors.

2010: Settles in Paris and Begins Advertising Work

In 2010, Charlotte Le Bon settled in Paris after living in Tokyo and New York City for brief periods. She began doing ads for brands such as Si Lolita, Carte Noire, and Garnier Fructis after disliking her modeling career.

2011: Collaboration on the March for Equality and Against Racism Commemoration

In 2011, Charlotte Le Bon collaborated with French artist JR in organizing the Inside Out Project, as part of the commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the March for Equality and Against Racism.

2012: First Film Role in Asterix and Obelix: God Save Britannia

In 2012, Charlotte Le Bon had her first film role in the French comedy Asterix and Obelix: God Save Britannia.

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December 2013: Collaboration on Inside Out Project

In December 2013, Charlotte Le Bon collaborated with French artist JR in organizing the Inside Out Project in Lyon, posting 2500 black & white portraits.

2013: Appears in Mood Indigo and The Marchers

In 2013, Charlotte Le Bon appeared in the films Mood Indigo and The Marchers.

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2014: First English-Language Film Role in The Hundred-Foot Journey

In 2014, Charlotte Le Bon had her first role in an English-language film, The Hundred-Foot Journey, where she plays a chef-in-training.

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2014: Stars in Yves Saint Laurent and Receives César Award Nomination

In 2014, Charlotte Le Bon starred as Victoire Doutreleau in the biographical film Yves Saint Laurent, earning a nomination for a César Award.

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2015: Cast in The Walk and Dubs Joy in Inside Out

In 2015, Charlotte Le Bon was cast in The Walk alongside Joseph Gordon-Levitt. She also dubbed the voice of Joy in the French and Quebec French versions of the Pixar film Inside Out.

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September 2016: Exhibition at Galerie Cinéma

In September 2016, Charlotte Le Bon presented her exhibit "One Bedroom Hotel on the Moon" at Anne-Dominique Toussaint's Galerie Cinéma in Paris, symbolizing the merging of melancholy and hope.

2016: Appears in Six Films

In 2016, Charlotte Le Bon appeared in six films including The Promise, Realive, Anthropoid, Bastille Day, Arctic Heart, and Iris.

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2018: Directorial Debut with Judith Hotel

In 2018, Charlotte Le Bon made her directorial debut with the short film Judith Hotel, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival.

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2022: Falcon Lake Premieres and Wins Award

In 2022, Charlotte Le Bon's directorial debut, Falcon Lake, premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and screened at the Toronto International Film Festival. Le Bon won the Emerging Canadian Director award at the Vancouver International Film Festival for her work on Falcon Lake.