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Public records list Maria Schneider as a television actor, film actor and model. Maria Schneider was born in 15th arrondissement of Paris, France on March 27, 1952. Death is recorded on February 3, 2011, at the age of 58. Listed accolades include Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres (2010). Notable works include Last Tango in Paris and The Passenger.
My Take
Maria Schneider deserves to be remembered for far more than the film that made her famous. Yes, Last Tango in Paris launched her at twenty, but the troubling circumstances of that shoot shadowed her for life, and I think we owe her a more honest reckoning today. She did fine work elsewhere, notably in Antonioni's The Passenger, and France recognized her with the Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres in 2010. Her death in 2011 at fifty-eight felt too soon. What I take from her story is a reminder to see the artist, not just the scandal, and to treat young talent with care.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Maria Schneider
- Name (Japanese)
- マリア・シュナイダー
- Reading
- まりあ・しゅないだー
- Born
- March 27, 1952 – February 3, 2011
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Aries / Dragon
- Origin
- 15th arrondissement of Paris, France
- Occupation
- television actor / film actor / model
2. Background
Awards & achievements
- 2010 Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres
3. Works & records
| Category | Title | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notable work | Last Tango in Paris | — | |
| Notable work | The Passenger | — |
4. Links
5. About this entry
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- Last updated
- 2026-06-17
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 Maria Schneider born?
Born March 27, 1952.
When did Maria Schneider die?
Died February 3, 2011, aged 58.
Where was Maria Schneider from?
Maria Schneider was from 15th arrondissement of Paris, France.
What did Maria Schneider do?
Maria Schneider worked as television actor, film actor, model.
What was Maria Schneider known for?
Notable works include Last Tango in Paris, The Passenger.
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