Mathilde Seigner

Mathilde Seigner, born on January 17, 1968, in Paris, France, is a prominent French actress known for her captivating performances in cinema. She hails from a distinguished acting lineage, being the granddaughter of the acclaimed French actor Louis Seigner (1903-1991). Mathilde is also closely related to fellow actresses Emmanuelle Seigner, who is married to director Roman Polanski, and Marie-Amelie Seigner, while being the niece of Françoise Seigner.

Since 2006, she has been in a relationship with Mathieu Petit, a cameraman, and the couple welcomed their son, Louis, on August 10, 2007.

Mathilde's acting career has predominantly focused on French-language films, with several noteworthy roles to her credit, including her appearance in the acclaimed film *Time Regained*. Her talent has not gone unnoticed; she received the prix Michel Simon in 1995 for her impressive role in *Rosine* and the Prix Romy Schneider in 1999. Additionally, she has garnered three nominations for the prestigious César Award. Her commendable work in *Betty Fisher and Other Stories* earned her the Best Actress award at the Montreal World Film Festival in 2001, solidifying her status as a significant figure in French cinema.