Audrey Dana
Career
Active 1983 – present
Biography
About Audrey Dana
With a slim silhouette and brown hair, Audrey Dana has been a recognizable presence in French cinema for decades. She was born on September 21, 1977, in Rueil-Malmaison, Ile-de-France, France, and is French. Her career spans an extraordinary length, active since 1983, which means she has been performing for over forty years. She initially studied drama in Orléans and Paris, then spent two years in New York City before returning to France. Back home, she appeared in various plays, including Nos amis, les humains by Bernard Werber. Her film work includes the adaptations Nos amis les Terriens and Roman de Gare, directed by Claude Lelouch.
In 2008, her performance earned her a nomination for the César Award for Most Promising Actress, and she also received the Prix Romy Schneider that same year. Her directorial debut, French Women, was released on June 4, 2014. She later directed Sous les jupes des filles, which featured her son Lucca Coulon-Dana, born in 2000 from a previous union. She is also the mother of Lee, born in 2008, with her ex-husband, French film director Mabrouk El Mechri, from whom she is now separated. As an actress, she identifies as straight and has a slim body type, and her work continues to be appreciated by audiences. She also maintains a significant social media presence, with 42k followers on Instagram.
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Frequently asked
What acting recognition did Audrey Dana receive in 2008?
In 2008, she was nominated for the César Award for Most Promising Actress and won the Prix Romy Schneider.
Which of her children acted in her film Sous les jupes des filles?
Her son Lucca Coulon-Dana, born in 2000 from a previous union, played in that film.
How long has Audrey Dana been active in the entertainment industry?
She has been active since 1983, which adds up to over four decades of work as of 2026.
Did you know
- Audrey Dana began her career at just six years old in 1983.
- She studied drama in both Orléans and Paris before spending two years in New York City.
- Her directorial debut French Women came out on June 4, 2014.
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