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Julien Zuccolin, Actor and Adventure seeker.
Julien Zuccolin is steadily building his career from Paris to Los Angeles, combining his passion for cinema, theater, music, and adventure. In addition to his acting career, he is a professional sailor and horse rider, disciplines that further enrich his storytelling and on-screen presence.
From a young age, he was drawn to the performing arts. He began playing the violin at six before expanding to piano and guitar. He trained at the International Paris Music Academy for five years before his love for Molière and classical theater led him to the prestigious Cours Simon in Paris, where he honed his craft for nearly four years. A defining moment came at age 15 during a family trip to Paramount Studios, where he realized he was destined to pursue acting in Los Angeles.
In 2000, Julien Zuccolin lived as an exchange student in Mobile, Alabama, with his first stop in Memphis, Tennessee, an experience that deepened his appreciation for music and American culture. His acting career gained momentum in 2001 when he starred in the hit French sitcom Le Groupe, completing 68 episodes as a principal cast member. This was followed by roles alongside Anthony Delon and Charlotte de Turckheim in the 2003 TV series "Un été de Canicule".
Julien Zuccolin's career took a major step forward after receiving his acting degree from Cours Simon and training with Raymond Aquaviva of the Comédie-Française. He dedicated himself to theater, performing Baruffe à Chioggia at the Théâtre du Gymnase and Léon Morin, Prêtre at Cours Simon. In 2004, he was part of the cast of The Coronation of Poppea at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées.
In 2006, Julien Zuccolin was cast by legendary director Robert Hossein in the grand spectacle Ben Hur, performed before 350,000 spectators at Stade de France. The following year, he played King Boleslas in John Paul II. In parallel with his theatrical career, he frequently traveled to Nashville and Los Angeles to pursue his passion for music and cinema.
Julien Zuccolin furthered his studies at UCLA, earning a certificate in entertainment media with a focus on acting. His musical background led him to record From Paris to Memphis at the famed Radio Recorders Studio, once used by Elvis Presley. The song was later featured in his film Contre-plongée, presented at the Cannes SF Corner in 2010.
His on-screen journey continued with performances in various short films, including Nail by Daniel Picolo and Closer by Nick Harris. In 2009, he guest-starred in Pete Smalls Is Dead, directed by Brandon Cole. More recently, Julien Zuccolin took on the role of Colonel Passy in De Gaulle, Part 1, directed by Antonin Baudry. Filmed in 2023 and set for release in 2025, the film further solidifies his place in historical and dramatic storytelling.
Beyond acting, Julien Zuccolin is an accomplished sailor and a dedicated horse rider, skills that bring authenticity to his performances, especially in action-driven and historical roles. Whether sailing a yacht or galloping through a battlefield scene, he embodies the spirit of adventure both on and off the screen.
Between Paris and Hollywood, Julien Zuccolin remains dedicated to his craft, constantly seeking new challenges and meaningful roles that bridge history, music, and cinematic artistry.
