★ HOW OLD IS DAVID FOENKINOS?
David Foenkinos is 51 years old, born October 28, 1974 in FR · Scorpio.
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About
David Foenkinos turned French literary bestsellers into global cinema. Born in Paris on 28 October 1974, the novelist and screenwriter studied literature and music before his debut novel *La délicatesse* became a phenomenon across forty languages. The 2011 film adaptation starred Audrey Tautou. In 2014, he won the Prix Renaudot for *Charlotte*. As a Scorpio, Foenkinos channels intensity into character-driven narratives that bridge page and screen.
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Biography
David Foenkinos built a career translating intimate human stories into bestselling novels and award-winning screenplays. Born in Paris on 28 October 1974, he studied both literature and music before emerging as a French author, playwright, screenwriter, and director. His novel *La délicatesse* became a bestseller in France and was adapted into a 2011 film starring Audrey Tautou. The novel's success opened international doors—his works have been translated into over forty languages, reaching readers across continents. In 2014, Foenkinos received the prestigious Prix Renaudot for his novel *Charlotte*, cementing his status as a major contemporary French writer. As a screenwriter and novelist, Foenkinos operates at the intersection of literature and cinema, a space where character psychology and emotional precision matter most. His Scorpio intensity (born 28 October) aligns with his reputation for probing the complexities of human connection and vulnerability. A Life Path 5 [birth fact], Foenkinos embodies the restless experimenter—moving fluidly between genres (novels, plays, screenplays, direction) and mediums (print, film) without losing thematic coherence.
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Trivia
- *La délicatesse*, Foenkinos' breakthrough novel, was adapted into a 2011 film with Oscar-nominated actress Audrey Tautou in the lead role.
- His literary works have appeared in translations across more than forty languages, making him one of France's most widely read contemporary authors.
- Foenkinos won the Prix Renaudot, one of France's most prestigious literary awards, in 2014 for his novel *Charlotte*.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Free Spirit
Restless and adventurous. David Foenkinos reinvent often: new sounds, new platforms, new cities. Expect career pivots over decades.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Alexander GouldDog · 1994
- Jean-Carl BoucherDog · 1994
- Connor JessupDog · 1994
- Mayuko FukudaDog · 1994
- Abbey HoesDog · 1994
CHALLENGING
- IsaacMonkey · 2004
- Robbie Ure
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is David Foenkinos?
- David Foenkinos is 51 years old (born October 28, 1974).
- When is David Foenkinos's birthday?
- David Foenkinos was born on October 28, 1974.
- What is David Foenkinos's zodiac sign?
- David Foenkinos is a Scorpio, born October 28, 1974.
- What is David Foenkinos's Chinese zodiac sign?
- David Foenkinos was born in 1974, the year of the Wood Tiger.
- Where is David Foenkinos from?
- David Foenkinos is from FR.
- What does David Foenkinos do?
- David Foenkinos is a writer.
- Is David Foenkinos still alive?
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