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Bourvil

André Robert Raimbourg, known as Bourvil (after the commune where he grew up, Bourville), was born on July 27, 1917 in Prétot-Vicquemare, Seine-Maritime. The son of Norman farmers, Bourvil went on to become an emblematic figure not only of the cinema, but also of French chanson. From an early age, Bourvil admired Fernandel, his role model, and dreamed of following in his footsteps as a singer and entertainer. Destined to be a farmer, he nevertheless turned to teaching. But he left his studies and returned to the family farm. He joined the local brass band, playing harmonica, acco...