A young star and rising actor with the dreams of making his mark in the entertainment industry, Edouard Philipponnat is a French-Finnish actor who became an overnight sensation with his extraordinary roles in biopic, fictional, and historical epics. Philipponnat is a gorgeously handsome and dashing young man who played a role in the film “Napoleon” alongside legendary Joaquin Phoenix and Tahar Rahim. The tall handsome French-Finnish actor decided to go into acting when he was 13 and cast in Dragonheart 3.
BIOGRAPHY
Edouard Philipponnat was born in 1999, in France and raised between Monaco and Finland with his brother. London, United Kingdom and later he moved to Chelsea, London. He was raised by his father who worked in foreign ministry and stayed in France and Monaco. The Finnish actor spends most of his time traveling with his father around Europe and the United States which exposes him to different cultures, languages, and people. Edouard is greatly influenced by his father who is now his manager.
SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS
As a rising young star, the charming French-Finnish actor is gaining popularity across social media platforms as well just like Karen Gillan, Nathaniel Buzolic, Trevor Noah, and Kim Petras. The list of his accounts is as follows:
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TikTok | Updated Soon |
WIKI
The House of Gucci star is of French and Finnish roots. He is young, smart, and has a tower height of 5’10” feet. Philipponnat is frequently characterized as having an exceptionally attractive look and physique. Moreover, he has blue eyes with an intense gaze. Additionally, his face has a round face with a defined chin.
Real Name | Edouard Philipponnat |
Stage Name | Edouard Philipponnat |
Nickname | N/A |
Birthday | 1999 |
Age | 25 years old |
Birthplace | France |
Present Residence | Los Angeles |
Gender | Male |
Zodiac Sign | Updated Soon |
Nationality | French Finnish |
Mother Tongue | French Finnish |
Ethnicity | French |
Religion | Christian |
School | School in Switzerland |
Occupation | Actor |
Net Worth | Updated Soon |
Relationship Status | Single |
Children | None |
Height | 5′ 10” |
Weight | 60kg |
Eye Color | Blue |
Hair Color | Blonde |
Pets | Dog |
Hobbies | Writing Gymnastics |
ZODIAC SIGN
Our blonde French-Finnish actor was born in 1999 however, his date of birth and month are still missing from the records. We will soon update you about his birthday and zodiac sign.
PARENTS AND SIBLINGS
Edouard was raised by a father who was a French Foreign Legion Officer and skydiving expert and is a Diplomat in the Principality of Monaco. His mother is a holistic healer who raised the boys in the countryside in Finland. His family was always supportive of his acting passion and developed a love for acting in him. He has one brother. In an interview, he said:
“My mother taught me to love myself unconditionally. I think this is something a lot of actors, and others, lack as they work in a very judgmental industry. I was taught to not be dependent on other for the love I wish to receive. For someone else to love you, you must be able to love yourself. It may seem like a small thing, but it is a big part of me, and will remain so.”
Mother | Jennie |
Brother | Jonathan |
EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION
He got his early education from a local school in Switzerland where he learned four different languages as the curriculum was international. He is fluent in (Finnish, French, Swedish, and English). Apart from school, Philipponnat also trained as a semi-professional basketball player and wanted to become an athlete before working as an actor. But soon he realized that he had some other passions. Edouard once told in an interview:
“In 2016, I was cast in a TV show that was shooting in Italy. There was a miscommunication, and the producers thought I spoke Italian. They told me I had three weeks to learn Italian if I wanted the role. I remember spending 4-5 hours per day, while studying at boarding school, to learn the language well enough to do the role. It was a challenge for sure, but I enjoyed it.”
RELATIONSHIP AND DATING RUMOR
The French rare beauty keeps his personal life away from the limelight and since his popularity, he has never been associated with any name in terms of dating and relationship. Currently, he is focused on building his career in films. However, time will reveal the interests of the rising hero.
CAREER
Edouard Philipponnat began his acting career at the age of 13 with his role in Dragon Heart 3: The Sorcerer’s Curse. After that, the French-Finnish actor worked on several projects which required intense preparation and training. For instance, his first leading role in The Runner demands him to lose 37 pounds to play a drug addict. After appearing in ‘House of Gucci‘, Edouard starred as The Mad Hatter in ‘Get Lost,’ which re-imagined ‘Alice in Wonderland.’ He recently appeared in ‘Napoleon’ opposite Joaquin Phoenix playing the role of Tsar Alexander, the infamous opponent of Napoleon Bonaparte.
Films
Undoubtedly, Philipponnat played intense roles that showcased his acting skills. Furthermore, his flexible characters captivate audiences with his raw and unique talent. Let’s take a look at the films he worked in.
Dragonheart 3: The Sorcerer’s Curse | 2015 |
Dragonheart: Battle for the Heartfire What Happened to Monday | 2017 |
Yours | 2018 |
Bad Impulse | 2019 |
Dragonheart Vengeance | 2020 |
The Runner House of Gucci | 2021 |
Get Lost | 2022 |
Napoleon | 2023 |
Television
A list of Television series in which he played a significant role is as follows:
Sophia | 2016 |
The Rejects: Origins | 2017 |
NET WORTH
The Napoleon actor’s main source of income is successful roles in Films, TV, and online series. Other than that, he also appeared in brand campaigns. However, his earning stats and net worth will be updated soon.
FAVORITES
Edouard Philipponnat revealed in different interviews his inspiration from multiple resources and people. Let’s see what are his favorite things:
Favorite Color | Blue Black |
Favorite Actor | Heath Ledger Johnny Depp |
Favorite Actress | Meryl Streep |
Favorite Director | Pedro Almodóvar Ridley Scott |
Favorite Movie Genre | Indie Films Spy/Investigation Thriller |
Favorite Singer | Hanz Zimmer Rupert Gregson-Williams |
Favorite Songs | No Time For Caution Rescue Continues |
Favorite Movie | The Dark Knight What’s Eating Gilbert Grape Good Will Hunting |
Favorite Food | Vegan |
Favorite Drink | Smoothies |
Favorite Sports | Basketball |
Favorite Destination | Japan France Los Angeles |
INTERESTING FACTS
- He learned horse riding and Russian for his role in Napoleon (2023).
- Edouard lost 37 pounds for his role in The Runner.
- Philipponnat has a passion for writing and wants to be a producer too.
- He is fluent in four languages and once learned Italian for his role.
- The French actor also loved music and produced his own music.
- He is an extreme dog lover.
- His favorite hobby is film collection.
- Philipponnat is an environmentalist just like Greta Thunberg and is involved in climate change activism.
- Edouard is vegan and follows a strictly vegan diet.
Who did Edouard Philipponnat play in Napoleon?
He played the role of Tsar Alexander, the infamous opponent of Napoleon.
Who is Walter in the House of Gucci?
Edouard Philipponnat played the role in the movie.
How old is Edouard Philipponnat?
He was born in 1999 and is 25 years old.