This famous man of the theatre, acclaimed by critics and the public alike, is recognized as one of the most talented actors and directors in French Canada. In addition to having acted in and directed plays from the classical and modern repertories and having held the positions of assistant artistic director of the Théâtre du Nouveau-Monde and artistic director of Théâtre populaire du Québec, he has had a briliant career in film and television.
Companion of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2001-05-30
Invested on: 2001-12-04
An artist with multiple talents, he is one of those outstanding figures who are making Canadian performing arts history. He has distinguished himself at home and abroad through his wonderful gifts as a comedian, actor and director. His work in Shakespearean plays, comedies and television series are all opportunities for us to admire his wide range of expressions and the exceptional quality of his acting. In addition to a remarkable career as an artist, he has served, among other positions, as President of the Académie québécoise du théâtre and the Canadian Council on the Status of the Artist. This is a promotion within the Order.