Jeanne Moreau was a renowned French actress, singer, and director, celebrated for her distinctive voice and magnetic screen presence. Born in 1928, she became a leading figure in French cinema during the 1950s and 1960s, starring in iconic films such as Jules et Jim and Elevator to the Gallows. Beyond acting, she had a successful music career and was admired for her poetic, expressive singing style. Moreau was also the first woman to be admitted to the prestigious French film academy, and she remained an influential cultural figure until her death in 2017.