Anne Vernon

Biography

Anne Vernon (born Édith Antoinette Alexandrine Vignaud; 9 January 1924) is a French retired film and television actress who appeared in 40 films between 1948 and 1970, including three films that were entered into the main competition at the Cannes Film Festival. She appeared in films of multiple countries, including French, British, Italian, and American. As of 2025, she is believed to be among the last surviving leading ladies of the 1940s cinema.

Known For

The Umbrellas of Cherbourg

as Madame Emery

General Della Rovere

as Carla Fassio

The Thief of Paris

as Mrs Voisin (scenes deleted)

Il conte Max

as Baronessa Elena di Vallombrosa

Edward and Caroline

as Caroline Mortier

Beautiful But Dangerous

as Carmela

The Love Lottery

as Jane

Shakedown

as Nita Palmer

Time Bomb

as Janine Lyncort

The Sea Pirate

as Decrees