Philippe Katerine Biography: Wife, Kids, Movies, Music, Lyrics, Net Worth, Age, Height, Parents, Ethnicity, Siblings

Philippe Blanchard, commonly known as Philippe Katerine, is a versatile French singer-songwriter, actor, director, writer, and artist known for his eclectic musical style and quirky performances.

Rising to fame with his 2005 hit “Louxor j’adore” from the album Robots après tout, he blends easy-listening, bossa nova, rock, and electronic music with humorous, often provocative lyrics.

His acting career includes notable roles in Gainsbourg: A Heroic Life (2010) and Sink or Swim (2018), earning him a César Award for Best Supporting Actor in 2019.

Katerine’s bold performance as Dionysus at the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony, singing “Nu,” sparked global attention and controversy, cementing his reputation as France’s eccentric “court jester.”

Profile

• Full Name: Philippe Blanchard
• Stage Name: Philippe Katerine
• Born: December 8 1968
• Age: 56 years old
• Birthplace: Chantonnay, Vendée, France
• Nationality: French
• Occupation: Singer-Songwriter, Actor, Director, Writer, Artist
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Pierre Blanchard, Jeanne Blanchard
• Siblings: 1
• Spouse: Julie Depardieu (m. 2010), Helena Noguerra (m. 1999–2008)
• Children: Edie Blanchard, Billy Blanchard and Alfred Blanchard
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $5–10 million

Early Life and Education

Philippe Katerine was born Philippe Blanchard on December 8, 1968, in Chantonnay, Vendée, France, to Pierre Blanchard and Jeanne Blanchard. He has a sister, but details about her name are not publicly known.

Raised in Thouars, he taught himself piano and began composing songs on a reel-to-reel tape recorder during high school. Details about his formal education are limited, as he focused early on his creative pursuits, developing a self-taught approach to music production. His ethnicity is French, and his religion is not publicly known.

Career

Katerine began his music career in 1991, releasing his debut album Les Mariages Chinois (1992), a minimalist lo-fi project recorded at home. His early style, rooted in easy-listening and bossa nova, evolved with L’Éducation Anglaise (1994), featuring his sister (as Bruno) and girlfriend Anne on vocals.

His 1996 album, Mes Mauvaises Fréquentations, marked a turning point with richer orchestrations, earning both critical and commercial success.

Collaborations with The Recyclers and the Winchester Sisters in 1997 further diversified his sound.

His 2005 album Robots après tout, featuring the hit “Louxor j’adore,” embraced electronic music and brought him mainstream fame, earning a Victoires de la Musique nomination.

As an actor, Katerine gained recognition playing Boris Vian in Gainsbourg: A Heroic Life (2010) and starred in the comedy I Am a No Man’s Land (2011). His quirky supporting roles in films like La Tour 2 contrôle infernale (2016), We Are Family (2016), and Sink or Swim (2018) culminated in a César Award for Best Supporting Actor for the latter.

He directed his first feature, Peau de cochon (2019), and founded the artistic movement Le Mignonisme in 2022. His 2024 Paris Olympics performance as Dionysus, painted blue and singing “Nu,” stirred controversy but highlighted his provocative artistry.

Katherine has released over 10 albums, collaborated with artists such as Lomepal and Gérard Depardieu, and published works including the graphic journal Doublez votre mémoire (2007). His eccentric persona and genre-defying work continue to have a lasting influence on French music and culture.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @philippekaterine
• Facebook Handle: Philippe Katerine
• Twitter Handle: @KaterineOff

Personal Life

Philippe Katerine married actress Helena Noguerra in 1999, with whom he has a daughter, Edie. After their divorce in 2008, he married actress Julie Depardieu in 2010, and they have two sons, Billy (born 2011) and Alfred (born 2012).

Discography

• Les Mariages Chinois (1992)
• L’Éducation Anglaise (1994)
• Mes Mauvaises Fréquentations (1996)
• L’Homme à trois mains / Les Créatures (1997)
• Robots après tout (2005)
• Confessions (2019)

Filmography

• Gainsbourg: A Heroic Life (2010) – Boris Vian
• I Am a No Man’s Land (2011) – Lead
• Gaz de France (2015) – Head of State
• La Tour 2 contrôle infernale (2016)
• Sink or Swim (2018) – César Award for Best Supporting Actor
• The World is Yours (2018)

Net Worth

Philippe Katerine has an estimated net worth of $5 million to $ 10 million. His wealth primarily stems from his music career, with over 10 albums, including the commercially successful Robots après tout, and extensive touring. His acting roles in films like Sink or Swim, as well as his television appearances, along with his directing and writing projects, contribute significantly.