Thibault de Montalembert, known from both the small and big screen, has made a name for himself in the cinema industry. Rising to fame with his portrayal of Mathias Barneville in the series “Dix pour cent,” which will soon return as a movie, the 64-year-old actor is a prominent figure in the field.
In a recent interview with Paris Match in February, Thibault de Montalembert introduced his partner since their marriage in 2014: Hélène Babu. A French actress who has shared the stage with him, bringing light to his life for over a decade. A harmonious couple who seem to do everything together!
Hélène Babu: the actress who said yes to Thibault de Montalembert 12 years ago
Actress, like her husband, Hélène Babu has been the cornerstone of Thibault de Montalembert’s life for twelve years. After saying yes to the actor of “Soleil Noir” in 2014, the daughter of Geneviève Casile – a member of the Comédie Française – as noted by Gala, has never left the actor’s side. Sharing the same profession, their busy days do not hinder their bond.
At the beginning of the year, they acted together in the play “Seuls mes cheveux sont gris” by Wendy Beckett, inspired by The Barber of Seville. According to Paris Match, the couple couldn’t resist rehearsing together in their living room. On the sidelines, Eva Loriquet – Hélène’s daughter from her previous marriage and Thibault de Montalembert’s stepdaughter – joined the joyful group.
In a 2016 interview with Gala, the actor spoke highly of his wife, who had previously joined the Paris Opera. “Hélène is an exceptional and genuine being. She is completely sincere and cannot tolerate anything hidden, at any level. Thus, she obliges us to communicate and clarify. She is my partner, my friend, my wife,” he revealed.
“Throughout my life, I’ve never had such a long story. It took me 55 years to understand that duration is the essence of love, making the story deeper and more intriguing. I still get butterflies in my stomach when I look at her, after thirteen years.” A sincere love that shook the actor.
“Dix pour cent”: Thibault de Montalembert reflects on the success of the series
During the interview with Paris Match, Thibault de Montalembert looked back on the success of “Dix pour cent.” “From the beginning, I knew the series would succeed because we are all curious. We all want to know what happens behind the scenes,” confirmed the actor. He also praised Cédric Klapisch for creating a welcoming tone in the series and establishing an incredible cast. He described it as a familial work experience.
“After that, we were all taken aback by the worldwide success when Netflix broadcast the series globally,” concluded Thibault de Montalembert. A breakthrough for many actors from “Dix pour cent” whose careers took off, such as Camille Cottin, the star of “Connasse.”
