Famous Swiss Violinists

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James Thiérrée

(Circus performer)

Birthdate: May 2, 1974

Sun Sign: Taurus

Birthplace: Lausanne, Switzerland

Born to circus-owner parents, James Thiérrée began performing on stage at age 4. He later stepped into theater and films and gained international fame with his César Award-winning portrayal of George Foottit in the film Chocolat. He is also the grandson of legendary comedian and filmmaker Charlie Chaplin.

Teddy Stauffer

(Jazz Musician & Bandleader Dubbed as Germany's "Swing-King" of the 1930s)

Birthdate: May 2, 1909

Sun Sign: Taurus

Birthplace: Murten, Switzerland

Died: August 27, 1991

Dubbed Mr. Acapulco, Teddy Stauffer was a Swiss musician who revolutionized Acapulco’s nightclub industry. The owner of a number of posh eateries and nightclubs, he also led the Acapulco Film Festival. Once part of the band The Teddies, he was also one of the 6 husbands of actor Hedy Lamarr.