★ HOW OLD IS STÉPHANE RIDEAU?
Stéphane Rideau is 49 years old, born July 25, 1976 in FR · Leo.
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About
Stéphane Rideau transformed a chance rugby-field discovery into a decades-long acting career. Born in France in 1976, he was cast at sixteen in André Téchiné's *Les Roseaux sauvages* (*Wild Reeds*) after being spotted in 1992. He later became known for playing a gay teenager in Sébastien Lifshitz's *Presque rien* (*Come Undone*). As a Leo, he channels the sign's natural charisma and boldness.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Stéphane Rideau's film career began with an unconventional discovery: spotted at a rugby game in 1992, he auditioned for and landed a role in André Téchiné's *Les Roseaux sauvages* (*Wild Reeds*) at just sixteen years old. Born 25 July 1976 in France, Rideau had initially intended to pursue sports before pivoting to acting. He gained wider recognition for his portrayal of a gay teenager in Sébastien Lifshitz's *Presque rien* (*Come Undone*), a performance that established him in European cinema. His filmography extends to ensemble and lead roles in *Loin*, *Le Ventre de Juliette*, *Le Clan*, and *Le Cadeau d'Élena*. As an actor, Rideau works across film mediums—auditioning, rehearsing, and embodying diverse characters in both French and international productions. Astrologically a Leo born in mid-summer, his chart suggests natural confidence and presence. Off-screen, Rideau maintains a private life, currently living with his partner Celia and their daughter.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Before his breakthrough, Stéphane Rideau was a rugby player with athletic ambitions. In 1992, at age sixteen, he was discovered at a rugby match and invited to audition for André Téchiné's film *Les Roseaux sauvages* (*Wild Reeds*). The chance encounter redirected his entire career path from sports to acting.
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Trivia
- Rideau was discovered at a rugby game in 1992 and cast in his first major film role without prior acting experience.
- He played a gay teenager in *Presque rien* (*Come Undone*), directed by Sébastien Lifshitz, a performance that became a touchstone of 1990s European queer cinema.
- He has a daughter with his long-term partner Celia.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and self-reliant. Stéphane Rideau tend to step into pioneer roles early and prefer setting direction over following it.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Rae Lil BlackRat · 1996
- Yung GravyRat · 1996
- IsaacMonkey · 2004
- Robbie UreMonkey · 2004
- Seol In-ahRat · 1996
CHALLENGING
- Alexander GouldDog · 1994
- Jean-Carl Boucher
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Stéphane Rideau?
- Stéphane Rideau is 49 years old (born July 25, 1976).
- When is Stéphane Rideau's birthday?
- Stéphane Rideau was born on July 25, 1976.
- What is Stéphane Rideau's zodiac sign?
- Stéphane Rideau is a Leo, born July 25, 1976.
- What is Stéphane Rideau's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Stéphane Rideau was born in 1976, the year of the Fire Dragon.
- Where is Stéphane Rideau from?
- Stéphane Rideau is from FR.
- What does Stéphane Rideau do?
- Stéphane Rideau is a actor.
- Is Stéphane Rideau still alive?
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