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Bernard Lavilliers

Bernard Oulion (born 7 October 1946 in Saint-Étienne), known professionally as Bernard Lavilliers (bɛʁnaʁ lavilje), is a French singer-songwriter and actor.

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Bernard Lavilliers

Bernard Lavilliers en concert lors du festival du Bout du Monde 2022.

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Name
Bernard Lavilliers
Birth Name
Bernard Oulion
Born
7 October 1946
Birthplace
Saint-Étienne, Loire, France
Occupation
Singer-songwriter, actor
Full name
Bernard Oulion.
Nationality
France.
Fields
singing.
Honours
Victory of the album of chansons, variety, Knight of the Legion of Honour, Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres‎ and Victory of honor.
Languages
French.

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