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Jean Lajeunesse

Jean Lajeunesse was a Canadian Québécois actor, screenwriter, and radio and television presenter.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jean Lajeunesse (17 July 1921 – 26 September 1991) was a Canadian Québécois actor, screenwriter, and radio and television presenter. He was active in film, theatre, radio, and television, and was known for his work alongside Janette Bertrand in Quebec broadcasting.

Early life

Jean Lajeunesse was born in Montreal, Quebec, in 1921. Available biographical sources identify him as a Canadian performer from Quebec.

Career

He worked in film and theatre and also as a radio and television presenter. Sources list him as an actor and screenwriter, with credits in major Quebec productions.

Notable works

His credited screen appearances include Whispering City, Les brûlés, and Réjeanne Padovani. He is also associated with the television game show Adam ou Ève, presented with Janette Bertrand from 1961 to 1966.

Personal life

He was married to Janette Bertrand, a prominent Quebec writer and broadcaster. Some sources also identify him as the husband of Janette Bertrand in biographical listings.

Key facts

  • He was born in Montreal in 1921 and died in Montreal in 1991.
  • He worked as an actor and screenwriter, and also presented radio and television programs.
  • He appeared in films including Whispering City (1947), Les brûlés (1959), and Réjeanne Padovani (1973).
  • He was associated with Quebec television, including the duo presentation of Adam ou Ève with Janette Bertrand.
  • Sources describe him as a Québécois performer active in cinema, theatre, radio, and television.
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Canadian context

Jean Lajeunesse was a Québécois performer whose career was closely tied to Canadian French-language film, theatre, radio, and television.

Frequently asked questions

Who was Jean Lajeunesse?
Jean Lajeunesse was a Canadian Québécois actor, screenwriter, and radio and television presenter.
What was Jean Lajeunesse known for?
He is known for film roles such as Whispering City, Les brûlés, and Réjeanne Padovani, and for television work in Quebec.
When was Jean Lajeunesse born?
He was born on 17 July 1921 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
When did Jean Lajeunesse die?
He died on 26 September 1991 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Was Jean Lajeunesse married?
Yes. He was married to Janette Bertrand.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jean_Lajeunesse
    Supports: Birthplace, nationality, occupations, and general biographical description.
  2. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/fr-ca/name/nm0482049/
    Supports: Birth date, death date, occupations, spouse, and selected film credits.
  3. Les Gens du Cinémahttp://www.lesgensducinema.com/biographie/Jean%20LAJEUNESSE.htm
    Supports: Birth and death in Montreal, career summary, and death notice details.
  4. Apple TVhttps://tv.apple.com/ca/person/jean-lajeunesse/umc.cpc.5u7q6yk471eut10nnjrhu0mxa
    Supports: Identification as an actor and husband of Janette Bertrand.