Back to peopleJean DesaillyKnown forActingBornAugust 24, 1920DiedJune 11, 2008Place of birthParis, FranceBiographyLife and careerJean Desailly (August 24, 1920, Paris – June 11, 2008) was a French actor. He was a member of the Comédie-Française from 1942 – 1946, and later participated in about ninety movies. Desailly was married to the French actress Simone Valère.Filmography4 filmsAll4Acting4The Professional1981as MinistreA Cop1972as Distinguished ManThe Soft Skin1964as Pierre LachenayLe Doulos1962as Superintendant Clain