Early life and education
Raphaël Lenglet was born on 16 August 1976 in Montpellier, France. He pursued acting studies at the Cours Flornet drama school in Paris, where he received formal training in theatrical performance.
Career
Lenglet began his professional acting career in the late 1990s, appearing in a variety of French television series and feature films. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Frédéric in the popular French sitcom Fais pas ci, fais pas ça (2007–2017), a series that examined the contrasting lifestyles of two families.
Other notable television performances include portraying Rémy Baudoin in the crime drama Mafiosa (2006–2014) and appearances in the political thriller Baron Black (2016) and the contemporary drama Le Bureau des légendes (2015–2020). In cinema, Lenglet has acted in films such as Les Rivières pourpres 2 : Les Anges de l’océan (2004) and L’Apollonide – Souvenirs du temps des mythes (2016).
Throughout his career, Lenglet has been recognized for his versatility in both comedic and dramatic roles, contributing to a range of productions across French television and film.
Personal life
Public information regarding Lenglet’s personal life, including family details and private pursuits, is limited, and he maintains a low public profile outside of his professional activities.
Selected filmography
Television
- Mafiosa (2006–2014) – Rémy Baudoin
- Fais pas ci, fais pas ça (2007–2017) – Frédéric
- Le Bureau des légendes (2015–2020) – Guest role
- Baron Black (2016) – Supporting role
Film
- Les Rivières pourpres 2 : Les Anges de l’océan (2004) – Supporting role
- L’Apollonide – Souvenirs du temps des mythes (2016) – Supporting role
Recognition
While Lenglet has not received major international awards, his performances, particularly in Fais pas ci, fais pas ça, have been praised for their nuance and comedic timing, contributing to the series’ critical and popular success in France.
