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Jean is a composer, pianist and singer. Jean was born on October 11, 1951 in Paris, France. That works out to 74 years old in 2026. Recorded honors include Victoires de la Musique – Male artist of the year (1986). Credited works include Laura, À nos actes manqués and J'irai où tu iras.
My Take
Goldman fascinates me precisely because he chose to disappear from the spotlight while his songs refused to fade. A business-school graduate turned songwriter, he became, after Johnny Hallyday's death, the highest-grossing living French act without chasing fame. To me that says everything: the craft outlived the celebrity. Songs like À nos actes manqués carry a quiet melancholy that feels honest rather than calculated. I admire artists who let the work speak and step back themselves, and Goldman is the rare one who built a lasting legacy on substance instead of noise. A genuine craftsman.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Jean
- Name (Japanese)
- ジャン=ジャック・ゴールドマン
- Reading
- じゃん=じゃっく・ごーるどまん
- Born
- October 11, 1951 (age 74)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Libra / Rabbit
- Origin
- Paris, France
- Occupation
- composer / pianist / singer / songwriter / guitarist
2. Background
Awards & achievements
- 1986 Victoires de la Musique – Male artist of the year
3. Works & records
| Category | Title | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notable work | Laura | — | |
| Notable work | À nos actes manqués | — | |
| Notable work | J'irai où tu iras | — | |
| Notable work | Je te donne | — | |
| Notable work | Quand la musique est bonne | — |
4. Links
- Wikipedia (English)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jean-Jacques%20Goldman
- Wikidatahttps://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q44709
5. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-21
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Jean born?
Born October 11, 1951 (age 74).
Where is Jean from?
Jean is from Paris, France.
What does Jean do?
Jean works as composer, pianist, singer, songwriter, guitarist.
What is Jean known for?
Notable works include Laura, À nos actes manqués, J'irai où tu iras.
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