Clémence Poésy Biography: Ethnicity, Runway, Boyfriend, Age, Instagram, Parents, Height, Movies

Clémence Guichard, also known as Clémence Poésy, is a French actress and fashion model celebrated for her elegant, understated performances in both French and international cinema.

She first gained global recognition as Fleur Delacour in the Harry Potter film series starting with Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005), and later earned acclaim for roles like Chloë in In Bruges (2008), Rana in 127 Hours (2010), and lead detective Elise Wassermann in the acclaimed series The Tunnel (2013–2018).

With a career rooted in theater and drama training, she has balanced high-profile blockbusters like Tenet (2020) with independent films and television, while maintaining a successful modeling career and earning honors for her nuanced portrayals of complex characters.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Clémence Guichard
• Stage Name: Clémence Poésy
• Born: 30 October 1982
• Age: 43 years old
• Birthplace: L’Haÿ-les-Roses, France
• Nationality: French
• Occupation: Actress And Fashion Model
• Height: 1.7 m
• Parents: Étienne Guichard, Danièle Poésy
• Siblings: Maëlle Poésy-Guichard
• Spouse: None
• Children: 3
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $7 million

Early Life and Education

Clémence Guichard was born on 30 October 1982 in L’Haÿ-les-Roses, a southern suburb of Paris, France.

She grew up in an artistic household with her father Étienne Guichard, an actor and writer, and her mother Danièle Poésy, a French teacher.

She has a younger sister, Maëlle Poésy-Guichard, who is also an actress.

Poésy attended La Source, a bilingual alternative school in Meudon, until age 16.

She then pursued drama training at the Conservatoire National Supérieur d’Art Dramatique (CNSAD), the Atelier International de Blanche Salant et Paul Weaver, and Paris Nanterre University.

Her ethnicity is French, and her religion is unknown.

Career

Clémence Poésy began acting as a child with small roles directed by her father, including her first stage appearance and a minor film part at age 14.

She made her professional debut in French television and film around 1999–2002, appearing in projects like Olga’s Summer (2002) and Welcome to the Roses (2003).

Her breakthrough came with the role of Mary, Queen of Scots in the BBC miniseries Gunpowder, Treason & Plot (2004), which won her a FIPA award, followed by international fame as Fleur Delacour in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005), a role she reprised in the later films.

She solidified her reputation with acclaimed performances in Martin McDonagh‘s In Bruges (2008) as Chloë, Danny Boyle‘s 127 Hours (2010) as Rana, and the miniseries War and Peace (2007) as Natasha Rostova.

Poésy starred as lead in the crime drama The Tunnel (2013–2018), earning praise for her intense portrayal, and took on roles in Christopher Nolan‘s Tenet (2020), Final Portrait (2017), and recent series like The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon (2023–) and King & Conqueror (2025).

Clémence Poésy remains a prominent figure in European and global cinema, blending French arthouse projects with English-language blockbusters and television.

Her work in modeling for brands like Chanel and her consistent choice of thoughtful, diverse roles have established her as a respected and versatile talent.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @clemencepoesy
• Facebook Handle: Unknown
• Twitter Handle: Unknown

Personal Life

Clémence Poésy keeps her personal life extremely private and has never publicly confirmed a marriage or long-term partner.

She has three children: a son named Liam born in early 2017, and two more born around 2019 and 2021, while details on names and genders remain unknown.

She has been linked to relationships in the past, including with photographer Emeric Glayse until around 2016, but focuses on family privacy.

Poésy divides her time between Paris and London.

Filmography

• Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005) – Fleur Delacour
• In Bruges (2008) – Chloë Villette
• 127 Hours (2010) – Rana
• Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 (2010) – Fleur Delacour
• Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 (2011) – Fleur Delacour
• Birdsong (2012) – Isabelle Azaire
• The Tunnel (2013–2018) – Elise Wassermann (lead, TV series)
• Final Portrait (2017) – Annette Arm
• Tenet (2020) – Barbara
• The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon (2023–) – Isabelle Carrière
• King & Conqueror (2025) – Matilda

Net Worth

Clémence Poésy has an estimated net worth of $7 million.

Her wealth primarily comes from her acting career in major films like the Harry Potter series, In Bruges, 127 Hours, and Tenet, long-running television roles such as The Tunnel, modeling contracts with luxury brands, and ongoing work in international projects and series.