Françoise Fabian, born Michelle Cortès on May 10, 1933, in Algiers, Algeria, is a French actress. She studied at the Conservatoire national supérieur d'art dramatique in Paris. Fabian made her film debut in the 1950s and gained recognition for her work in French cinema during the 1960s and 1970s. She appeared in films such as Tu ne tueras point (1961), La ronde (1964), and La femme d’à côté (1981). Throughout her career, she has collaborated with renowned directors and taken on a variety of dramatic roles. Fabian remains active in cinema and theater, and she is known for her distinctive presence and contribution to French cultural life.