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Arielle Dombasle

A multi-talented artist straddling the worlds of music and cinema, Arielle Dombasle pursues creative excellence as she balances a thriving career as a singer, actress, and director in the vibrant heart of European arts.

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1953

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In short · Acting since 1973, 6 decades active, 94 credits.

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Biography

Arielle Dombasle is an American-born French singer, actress, director, and model known for her work in film and music. She gained recognition for her roles in *Pauline at the Beach* (1983), directed by Éric Rohmer, and *The Blue Villa* (1995), directed by Alain Robbe-Grillet. Dombasle has collaborated with a range of filmmakers, including Roman Polanski in *Tess* (1979), Raoul Ruiz in *Savage Souls* (2001), and Werner Schroeter in *Two* (2002). She also appeared in the 1984 ABC miniseries *Lace* and its 1985 sequel *Lace II*, as well as in the television series *Miami Vice*. In addition to her acting career, Dombasle has released eleven albums and thirty-four singles and has directed six films.

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