Bernard Yves Raoul Dhéran, a renowned French actor, embarked on a remarkable six-decade-long career, leaving an indelible mark on the world of film, television, and theatre.
Dhéran's impressive résumé includes voicing some of the most iconic international actors in French cinema, including David Niven, Anthony Hopkins, Christopher Plummer, Ian McKellen, and Leslie Nielsen.
Beyond his work in dubbing, Dhéran's versatility extended to animation, where he lent his voice to Count Dooku in the animated series Star Wars: The Clone Wars. He also brought Christopher Lee's performance to life in Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones and Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith.
In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the world of theatre, Dhéran was inducted into the prestigious Sociétaires of the Comédie-Française in 1961.
Tragically, Dhéran passed away at his home in Marrakech on January 27, 2013. Prior to his passing, he had been commissioned to record his lines for Odin in the French dub of Thor: The Dark World, but due to his untimely death, Jean-Pierre Moulin, the official French dub of Hopkins, recorded the lines in his stead.
Throughout his illustrious career, Dhéran left an enduring legacy, and his remarkable story continues to inspire and captivate audiences to this day.
Biography:
Bernard Yves Raoul Dhéran was born on June 17, 1926.
