Omar Sy, the global star of Lupin and Intouchables, is back with his unmatched charm. Catch him soon in French Lover, Netflix’s newest show everyone will be talking about!
Quick Bio
Attribute | Details |
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Age | 47 (as of 2025) |
Birthplace | Trappes, Yvelines, France |
Height | 1.90 m (6 ft 3 in) |
Profession | Actor, Comedian |
Notable Works | Intouchables, Lupin, Jurassic World, X-Men: Days of Future Past |
Awards | César Award for Best Actor (2012) |
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough with Intouchables (2011), earning the César Award for Best Actor – first Black actor to win.
- Starred in Hollywood blockbusters including X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014), Jurassic World series, and Inferno (2016).
- Worldwide fame with Netflix series Lupin (2021–present), where he plays Assane Diop.
- Recognized internationally for blending humor, charisma, and depth in his roles.
Personal Life
Omar Sy is married to Hélène Sy and has five children. He resides between France and Los Angeles. He often speaks on diversity in cinema and the importance of representation.
Filmography (Selected)
- Intouchables (2011)
- X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014)
- Jurassic World (2015) & Jurassic World Dominion (2022)
- Chocolat (2016)
- Inferno (2016)
- Lupin (2021–present, Netflix)
Awards & Recognition
- César Award for Best Actor (2012)
- Named in Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People (2021)
- Multiple nominations for international awards for Lupin
Social Media
- Instagram: @omarsyofficial
- Twitter/X: @OmarSy