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Serge Gainsbourg

Serge Gainsbourg

French singer, songwriter, composer, writer, actor and director
The major figure in post-war French pop, known for his lush productions, rich baritone voice, and provocative material.
BornApril 2, 1928
HometownParis, France
Height5'10" (1.79m)
SpouseBéatrice Pancrazzi, Elisabeth "Lize" Levitsky
PartnerJane Birkin, Caroline Paulus, Brigitte Bardot
ChildrenCharlotte Gainsbourg
ParentsOlia Ginsburg, Joseph Ginsburg
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Intersection | Haut Marais, Paris

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