Jean Reno’s Bio
Jean Reno is a highly regarded French actor. Known for his captivating performances and distinctive presence on screen, Reno has built an illustrious career that spans both French and international cinema. He is known for films like “Léon: The Professional” (1994), “The Da Vinci Code” (2006) and “Lift” (2024),
Jean Reno Age
Jean Reno Height and Weight
With a height of approximately 6 feet 2 inches (188 cm) and a weight of around 85 kg, he is known for his robust and commanding presence.
Jean Reno’s Family
Information about his family background is under review and will soon be updated. He however has a younger sister named María Teresa y Herrera-Jiménez.
Jean Reno Education
He studied acting at the Cours Simon School of Drama.
Jean Reno’s Relationship
In 1977, Jean Reno wed Geneviève, and together they had a daughter named Sandra Moreno, an actress and a son named Mickael Reno. Following his initial divorce in 1988, Reno entered into his second marriage with Nathalie Dyszkiewicz, a Polish model, in 1995. This union brought forth a daughter called Serena Reno and a son named Tom Reno. Unfortunately, their marriage ended in divorce in 2001.
On July 29, 2006, Reno tied the knot for the third time, marrying Zofia Borucka, a British model and actress of Polish descent, at the Les Baux-de-Provence city hall. Nicolas Sarkozy, a presidential candidate at the time (whom Reno endorsed for the 2007 French presidential election), served as his best man.
Jean Reno’s Career
Jean Reno initiated his film journey in France, notably appearing in numerous films directed by Luc Besson, starting with his early work, “Le Dernier Combat” (1983). The collaborative partnership between Reno and Besson endured, spanning films that were produced, written, or directed by Besson. Noteworthy among their joint endeavours are “La Femme Nikita” (1990) and the English-language productions “The Big Blue” (1988) and “Léon: The Professional” (1994).
Reno provided the French voice-over for Mufasa in “The Lion King,” a role originally voiced in English by James Earl Jones. His presence extended to prominent roles in American films such as “French Kiss” (1995) alongside Meg Ryan and Kevin Kline, “Mission: Impossible” (1996) with Tom Cruise, “Ronin” (1998) with Robert De Niro, and “Godzilla” (1998) with Matthew Broderick. Reno declined the role of Agent Smith in “The Matrix” and continued his involvement in French productions, including “Les Visiteurs” (1993), remade in English as “Just Visiting” in 2001; “The Crimson Rivers” (2000); and “Jet Lag” (Décalage Horaire) by Danièle Thompson (2002), a box-office success in France.
In 2006, Reno played a significant role in the 2006 remake of “The Pink Panther” and its sequel, “The Pink Panther 2,” portraying Gilbert Ponton alongside Steve Martin as Inspector Clouseau. He assumed the character Captain Bezu Fache in Ron Howard‘s film “The Da Vinci Code.” Reno’s notable films include “Les Visiteurs” and “L’Enquète corse.”
Beyond film, Reno contributed to the production of the third instalment in the Capcom series “Onimusha” (“Onimusha 3: Demon Siege“), lending his likeness to the protagonist Jacques Blanc and providing the character’s French dialogue. In the realm of advertising, Reno was featured in American TV commercials for UPS and took on the role of Doraemon in a series of Toyota ads in Japan as part of the “ReBorn” campaign. Additionally, he starred as Jo in the English-language TV series “Jo” in 2013.
Jean Reno TV Shows & Movies
Some of his notable TV shows and movies include:
- “The Big Blue” (1988)
- “La Femme Nikita” (1990)
- “The Visitors” (1993)
- “Posetioci” (1993)
- “Léon: The Professional” (1994)
- “Mission: Impossible” (1996)
- “Ronin” (1998)
- “Godzilla” (1998)
- “The Crimson Rivers” (2000)
- “Wasabi” (2001)
- “Ruby & Quentin” (2003)
- “The Da Vinci Code” (2006)
- “The Pink Panther” (2006)
- “22 Bullets” (2010)
- “The Chef” (2012)
- “Family Heist” (2017)
- “Cold Blood Legacy” (2019)
- “Rogue City” (2020)
- “Lift” (2024)
Jean Reno’s Awards
European Film Awards
Giffoni Film Festival
Jean Reno’s Net Worth
Jean Reno has an estimated net worth of $70 million. His extensive and successful career in cinema, both in France and Hollywood, has contributed significantly to his financial well-being.
Reno’s enduring talent and international appeal have made him a beloved figure in the world of cinema. His ability to portray characters with depth and authenticity continues to resonate with audiences around the globe.