Marc Favreau

Marc Favreau, born on November ninth, nineteen twenty-nine in Montreal, Quebec, was a multifaceted French Canadian artist renowned for his work as an actor, comedian, and storyteller. He is most celebrated for his creation of the beloved clown character Sol, which became a staple in Canadian entertainment.

Favreau's television career took off with his role in La Boîte à surprise, a cherished children's program on Radio-Canada. His partnership with another clown in the act Bim et Sol laid the groundwork for his later success. Favreau's innovative monologues for Sol evolved into a highly acclaimed one-man show, further solidifying his status in the entertainment industry.

In collaboration with fellow clown Luc Durand, he co-created the popular television series Sol et Gobelet, showcasing his unique comedic style. Throughout his career, Favreau also appeared in various stage productions and television series, including the educational program Parlez-moi, which introduced many English-speaking Canadian children to the nuances of Quebec French.

His contributions to the arts were recognized with prestigious honors, including being appointed Knight of the National Order of Quebec in nineteen ninety-five and an Officer of the Order of Canada in two thousand three. Favreau was married to fellow comedian Micheline Gérin until her passing in two thousand seven.

Marc Favreau passed away from cancer at the age of seventy-six at Hôpital Notre-Dame in Montreal. In his memory, a library was established in his name at the former municipal workshops on Boulevard Rosemont in two thousand twelve, and a school in the Notre-Dame-de-Grâce district also honors his legacy.