Tchéky Karyo
- Actor
- Soundtrack
Born in Istanbul, Turkey, Tcheky Karyo grew up in Paris. He studied
drama at the Cyrano Theatre and became a member of the Daniel Sorano
Company, where he played numerous classical roles. He next joined the
National Theatre of Strasbourg, where he starred in contemporary
theatre as well as in such classical works as "Tartuffe", "Macbeth" and
"Othello." He is one of France's most popular actors. Nominated for a
Cesar Award for his starring role in La balance (1982), Karyo received the
prestigious Jean Gabin Prize in 1986 in recognition of his
talent.
