Pierre Niney

Pierre Niney is a French actor, screenwriter and director born in Boulogne-Billancourt, France, in 1989.

Pierre Niney is a French actor, screenwriter and director born in Boulogne-Billancourt, France, in 1989. He became known for film and television roles in the late 2000s and received major recognition for portraying Yves Saint Laurent in the 2014 biographical film of the same name. He has also appeared in productions such as Frantz and The Count of Monte Cristo.

Early life and training

Pierre Niney was born in Boulogne-Billancourt and began acting as a child. He studied acting at Cours Florent and at the Conservatoire national supérieur d'art dramatique.

Career

Niney began on television before moving into film roles in the late 2000s. He later joined the Comédie-Française and became known for prominent film performances in French cinema.

Breakthrough role

His portrayal of fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent in the 2014 biographical film brought him major critical recognition. This role earned him the César Award for Best Actor.

Later work

Niney has continued to appear in major French productions, including Frantz and The Count of Monte Cristo. He has also been credited as a writer and director in some sources.