Adèle Haenel

Actor

Adèle Haenel is a prominent French actress known for her versatility and strong screen presence. She began her career as a child actor and has established herself as a significant figure in French cinema. Haenel gained critical acclaim for her performances in films such as "Water Lilies" (2007) directed by Céline Sciamma, her breakthrough role which earned her a César Award nomination for Most Promising Actress. She continued to impress with her roles in "House of Tolerance" (2011), "Suzanne" (2013), for which she won her first César Award for Best Supporting Actress, and "Love at First Fight" (2014), which garnered her a César Award for Best Actress. One of her most internationally recognized roles came in "Portrait of a Lady on Fire" (2019), also directed by Sciamma, earning her widespread acclaim and further establishing her as a powerhouse performer. Haenel's dynamic career is marked by her bold choices and dedication to impactful storytelling in cinema.