Gilbert Bécaud Death
Gilbert passed away on December 18, 2001 at the age of 74 in Paris, France. Gilbert's cause of death was cancer.
When did Gilbert Bécaud die?
December 18, 2001How did Gilbert Bécaud die? What was the cause of death?
CancerHow old was Gilbert Bécaud when died?
74Where did Gilbert Bécaud die? What was the location of death?
Paris, France
Gilbert Bécaud Birthday and Date of Death
Gilbert Bécaud was born on October 24, 1927 and died on December 18, 2001. Gilbert was 74 years old at the time of death.
Birthday: October 24, 1927
Date of Death: December 18, 2001
Age at Death: 74
Gilbert Bécaud - Biography
Gilbert Bécaud (24 October 1927 – 18 December 2001) was a French singer, composer, pianist and actor, known as "Monsieur 100.000 Volts" for his energetic performances. His best-known hits are "Nathalie" and "Et Maintenant", a 1961 release that became an English language hit as "What Now My Love". He remained a popular artist for nearly fifty years, identifiable in his dark blue suits, with a white shirt and "lucky tie"; blue with white polka dots. When asked to explain his gift he said, "A flower doesn't understand botany." His favourite venue was the Paris Olympia under the management of Bruno Coquatrix. He debuted there in 1954 and headlined in 1955, attracting 6,000 on his first night, three times the capacity. On November 13, 1997, Bécaud was present for the re-opening of the venue after its reconstruction.
