Known for
Biography
Philippe Katerine is a French singer and actor born on 8 December 1968 in Thouars. He is known for playing Francis in For Better and for Worst (2023).
Early life
He studied at University of Rennes 2 – Upper Brittany.
Career
In all, 14 albums are listed under his name between 1992 and 2024. From Les Mariages chinois et la Relecture (1992) to Zouzou (2024), the list follows his releases year by year. His recordings are classed as chanson and pop music. His recordings came out on Cinq7.
Guillaume Canet appears in two of his listed titles, including Asterix & Obelix: The Middle Kingdom (2023). Other co-stars who recur in his credits are Marina Foïs (two titles) and Claudia Tagbo (two titles).
Recognition
Philippe Katerine received the Officer of Arts and Letters in 2016. Further recognition came with the César Award for Best Supporting Actor (2019) for Sink or Swim and the Victoires de la Musique – Male artist of the year (2020). His awards record shows 3 wins and one nomination.
Personal life
Former marriages on record are to Helena Noguerra (1999 to 2008). He has 3 children on record.
Discography
14 releases| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Zouzou | Album |
| 2019 | Confessions | Album |
| 2016 | Le Film | Album |
| 2014 | Magnum | Album |
| 2011 | 52 reprises dans l'espace | Album |
| 2010 | Philippe Katerine | Album |
| 2007 | Studiolive | Album |
| 2005 | Robots après tout | Album |
| 2002 | 8e ciel | Album |
| 1999 | L'Homme à trois mains | Album |
| 1999 | Les créatures | Album |
| 1996 | Mes mauvaises fréquentations | Album |
| 1994 | L'Éducation anglaise | Album |
| 1992 | Les Mariages chinois et la Relecture | Album |
Awards and nominations
3 won, 1 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Victoires de la Musique – Male artist of the year | Won | |
| 2019 | César Award for Best Supporting Actor | Sink or Swim | Won |
| 2016 | Officer of Arts and Letters | Won | |
| 2019 | European Film Award – People's Choice Award for Best European Film | Sink or Swim | Nominated |
Filmography
29 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026– | Paolo | TV series | |
| 2025 | The Incredible Snow Woman | Basile | Film |
| 2023 | Asterix & Obelix: The Middle Kingdom | Cacofonix | Film |
| 2023 | For Better and for Worst | Francis | Film |
| 2023 | La Plus Belle pour aller danser | Vincent Bison | Film |
| 2023 | Voyages en Italie | Jean-Philippe | Film |
| 2021 | Petite Solange | Film | |
| 2021 | The Test | Film | |
| 2021 | When Granny Meets Grandpa | Film | |
| 2020 | Le Lion | Film | |
| 2020 | The Last Journey | Film | |
| 2019 | Notre dame | Film | |
| 2019 | Yves | Film | |
| 2018 | Sink or Swim | Film | |
| 2018 | The World Is Yours | Film |
Show all 29 credits
| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Let the Sunshine In | Film | |
| 2016 | La Tour 2 contrôle infernale | Film | |
| 2016 | We Are Family | Film | |
| 2013 | Opium | Film | |
| 2011 | Crazy Horse | Film | |
| 2011 | Je suis un no man's land | Film | |
| 2010 | Gainsbourg | Film | |
| 2009 | Regrets | Film | |
| 2008 | Le voyage aux Pyrénées | Film | |
| 2008 | Louise Hires a Contract Killer | Film | |
| 2007 | Captain Ahab | Film | |
| 2005 | To Paint or Make Love | Film | |
| 2004 | Peau de cochon | Director | Film |
| 2002 | The Truth About Charlie | Film |
Philippe Katerine on Social Media
Counts with the date they were readInstagram stats
- Followers
- 273K @philippekaterine
- Engagement rate
- 1.60% about average for accounts this size
- Average likes
- 4,237
- Average comments
- 144 Based on the last 11 posts
Figures from public Instagram data via the official Meta API; refreshed about every 30 days.
Philippe Katerine Photos
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Photo: Sylvain lasco · CC BY-SA 4.0
Frequently asked questions
How old is Philippe Katerine?
Philippe Katerine is 57 years old, born on 8 December 1968 in Thouars.
What is Philippe Katerine known for?
Philippe Katerine is known for Sink or Swim (2018) and For Better and for Worst (2023).
What is Philippe Katerine’s nationality?
Philippe Katerine is French, born in Thouars.
Who has Philippe Katerine been married to?
Philippe Katerine’s marriages on record are to Helena Noguerra (1999 to 2008).
Has Philippe Katerine won any awards?
Yes. 3 awards are on record, including Victoires de la Musique – Male artist of the year (2020).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q1393983), accessed October 2026
- Follower counts: dated individually above
- Photo: Selbymay · CC BY 4.0
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