Who is Olivier Martinez? Everything You Need to Know

Quick Facts

French Celebrities Born In January

Age: 58 Years, 58 Year Old Males

Family:

Spouse/Ex-: Halle Berry (m. 2013–2016)

father: Robert Martinez

mother: Rosemarie Martinez

siblings: Vincent Martinez

children: Maceo Robert Martinez

Partner: Kylie Minogue (2002–07), Mira Sorvino (1999–2002)

Born Country: France

Actors French Men

Height: 5'10" (178 cm), 5'10" Males

Notable Alumni: French National Academy Of Dramatic Arts

Ancestry: Spanish French

City: Paris

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education: French National Academy Of Dramatic Arts

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What are some popular movies starring Olivier Martinez?

Some popular movies starring Olivier Martinez include "Unfaithful," "Taking Lives," and "S.W.A.T."
2

What is Olivier Martinez's nationality?

Olivier Martinez is a French actor.
3

Has Olivier Martinez worked on any TV shows?

Yes, Olivier Martinez has appeared in TV shows such as "Revenge" and "Texas Rising."
4

What languages does Olivier Martinez speak?

Olivier Martinez is fluent in French and English.
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Has Olivier Martinez won any awards for his acting?

Yes, Olivier Martinez has won several awards for his performances, including a César Award for Most Promising Actor.

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Career

After appearing in minor roles in a number of films, Olivier Martinez got his big break when he was cast as Petit Paul in the French drama film ‘Un, deux, trois, soleil’ for which he went on to win a César Award for "Most Promising Actor". Then he appeared as an Italian nobleman in the period flick ‘Le Hussard sur le Toit’ (The Horseman on the Roof) in 1995. The following year, he was cast in Bertrand Blier's romantic comedy ‘Mon Homme’ (My Man) alongside Gérard Lanvin, Anouk Grinberg and Valeria Bruni Tedesch. Martinez next played Horty in the French-Italian drama film ‘La Femme de chambre du Titanic’ (The Chambermaid on the Titanic).

In 2000, he did the French movies ‘Nosotras’, ‘La Taule’ and ‘Toreros’. That year, he also made his Hollywood debut in the biographical ‘Before Night Falls’. After this, the French actor did the European flick ‘Semana Santa’ in 2002. He then played Paul Martel in the American drama film ‘Unfaithful’. In 2003, he did the television film ‘The Roman Spring of Mrs. Stone’. That year, Martinez also appeared as Alexander Montel in the action crime drama movie ‘S.W.A.T.’ The following year, he did the movie ‘Taking Lives’.

In the year 2007, the actor played Gabriel in the fantasy horror film ‘Blood and Chocolate’. Four years later, he starred as Jeff Mathieson in the movie ‘Dark Tide’. Soon after this, he appeared in two episodes of the series ‘Cybergeddon’. Then in 2013, Martinez had a role in the German drama film ‘The Physician’. The following year, he played the recurring role of Pascal LeMarchal in the American drama series ‘Revenge’. He appeared in the TV miniseries ‘Texas Rising’ in 2015. The French star appeared as Ed Grann in the television series ‘Mars’. In 2018, he played Mauritius in the biblical drama flick ‘Paul, Apostle of Christ’.

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Personal Life

Olivier Martinez was born on 12 January 1966 in Paris, France to Rosemarie and Robert Martinez. He has a brother named Vincent who is also an actor. Martinez attended Conservatoire national supérieur d'art dramatique (CNSAD).

He dated Kylie Minogue and Mira Sorvino before marrying actress Halle Berry in 2013. The couple’s son, Maceo, was born later that year. In 2015, the duo announced that they were parting ways. Their divorce became final the following year.

Facts About Olivier Martinez

Olivier Martinez is a talented horseback rider and has a passion for equestrian sports.

He is multilingual and speaks fluent French, Spanish, and English.

Olivier Martinez is known for his love of cooking and enjoys experimenting with different recipes in the kitchen.

He has a keen interest in photography and often captures candid moments behind the camera.

Olivier Martinez is a dedicated environmentalist and actively supports various conservation efforts around the world.

Olivier Martinez Biography

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What are some popular movies starring Olivier Martinez?

What is Olivier Martinez's nationality?

Has Olivier Martinez worked on any TV shows?

What languages does Olivier Martinez speak?

Has Olivier Martinez won any awards for his acting?