Zizi Jeanmaire
Born in Paris, France on April 29, 1924, Renée Marcelle ‘Zizi’ Jeanmaire was a
ballet dancer, actress and singer. The multi-talented artist initially became
famous in 1949 for her lead role in the ballet Carmen, which premiered in
London. In the 1950s, she appeared in several motion pictures, Paris revues, and
remained busy until the early 2000s. She became an iconic figure in France,
influencing fashion, hairstyles, and music. Jeanmaire’s main collaborator was
her husband, Roland Petit, who created many of her best loved ballets and
revues. Although she appeared in several well-...
