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Public records list Sylvia Kristel as a singer, film actor and film director. Sylvia Kristel was born on September 28, 1952 in Utrecht, Netherlands. Death is recorded on October 17, 2012, at the age of 60. Notable works include Emmanuelle.
My Take
Sylvia Kristel will forever be tied to Emmanuelle, but reducing her to that single role feels unfair to me. She made over fifty films, directed, and ultimately wrote her own autobiography, which tells me she was always reaching to be the author of her story rather than just its image. Being an icon at twenty-two can trap a person for life, and I admire anyone who keeps creating under that weight. Her death at sixty came too soon. I respect her not as a symbol but as a working artist who carried an enormous cultural shadow with real grace.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Sylvia Kristel
- Name (Japanese)
- シルビア・クリステル
- Reading
- しるびあ・くりすてる
- Born
- September 28, 1952 – October 17, 2012
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Libra / Dragon
- Origin
- Utrecht, Netherlands
- Occupation
- actor / singer / film actor / film director / autobiographer
2. Works & records
| Category | Title | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notable work | Emmanuelle | — |
3. Links
4. About this entry
Tags
- 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 Sylvia Kristel born?
Born September 28, 1952.
When did Sylvia Kristel die?
Died October 17, 2012, aged 60.
Where was Sylvia Kristel from?
Sylvia Kristel was from Utrecht, Netherlands.
What did Sylvia Kristel do?
Sylvia Kristel worked as actor, singer, film actor, film director, autobiographer.
What was Sylvia Kristel known for?
Notable works include Emmanuelle.
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