Mylène Farmer is a French singer-songwriter, actress and author who has achieved great success.
Known for her elaborate stage performances and cinematic music videos, often filled with gothic and romantic imagery, she created an aura of mystery and drama that resonated deeply with her fans.
Her music is a fusion of synth-pop, rock, and French chanson, often exploring themes of love, death, religion, and sexuality.
contour
- Full name: Milena Jeanne Gautier
- Date of birth: September 12, 1961
- Age: 63 years old
- Gender: Female
- Birthplace: Pierrefonds, Quebec, Canada
- Nationality: French
- Occupation: Singer-songwriter, actor, writer
- Height: 1.67 m (5 feet 6 inches)
- Parents: Max Gautier (father), Margaret Martin (mother)
- Siblings: Brigitte Gautier (sister), Jean-Loup Gautier (brother), Michel Gautier (brother)
- Spouse: Not applicable
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: N/A
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: French
- Net worth: $70 million
early life and education
Mylène Farmer, 63 years old, was born on September 12, 1961 in Pierrefonds, Quebec, Canada. When she was eight, her family moved to France. As a teenager, Farmer developed a keen interest in acting and studied at the Cours Florent drama school in Paris.
During this time, she adopted the stage name “Mylène Farmer” in homage to Frances Farmer, an American actress known for her rebellious spirit and tragic life. While pursuing an acting career, Farmer met composer and filmmaker Laurent Boutonnat, who would become her long-term collaborator.
personal life
Mylène Farmer is a very private person and rarely gives interviews. She has never married, has no children, and the details of her relationships are largely unknown to the public.
Profession
Farmer’s music career began in 1984 with the release of her debut single Maman a Tort. With its provocative lyrics and suggestive video, the song caused a minor scandal and garnered widespread attention.
Her breakthrough came in 1986 with the release of “Libertine,” a song accompanied by a gorgeous period piece video that established her signature visual style.
Throughout the late 1980s and 1990s, Farmer released a series of successful albums, including Ainsi soit je… (1988), L’Autre… (1991) and Anamorphosée (1995), which solidified her status as an important French pop icon.
She continued to release albums and tour throughout the 2000s and 2010s, continually pushing the creative boundaries of music and stage production.
Awards
- Victoires de la Musique: 12 wins, including Female Vocalist of the Year (1988, 1996, 2000), Album of the Year (1996) and Original Song of the Year (2005)
- NRJ Music Awards: 13 awards, including Francophone Female Artist of the Year and Career Honors
- World Music Awards: Best-selling French artist in the world (multiple years)
net worth
Mylène Farmer has an estimated net worth of $70 million. Her wealth stems from her highly successful music career, which includes album sales, concerts and merchandise.
social media
- Facebook: Myne.Farmer.Officiel
film chronology
- 1994: Giorgino
- 2006: Arthur and the Invisible Man (voice)
- 2018: Ghostland
discography
- 1986: Moon Star
- 1988: Ainsi Soit Jay…
- 1991: Lot…
- 1995: Metamorphosis
- 1999: Innamoramento
- 2005: Edgy Ombre…
- 2008: Stitching Point
- 2010: black and blue
- 2012: Monkey Me
- 2015: Interstellar
- 2018: Departure
- 2022: Enterprise
books
- 1998: Lisa Loup and her story
- 2003: Polar Star
