Ginette Reno

Acting

Ginette Reno

Born April 28, 1946 · Montreal, Quebec, Canada (age 80)

Ginette Reno, OC, CQ (born April 28, 1946) is a French-Canadian author, composer, singer, and actress. She is known by the nickname "La Reno". Born as Ginette Reynault (some sources indicate Raynault) in Montreal, Quebec, she played the role of Maria Barberini in the independent film Mambo Italiano and played the mother in Léolo. She has recorded in both English and French. Her biggest hit in En…

Known For

Mambo ItalianoMambo Italiano · 2003
Mambo Italiano
5.92003
MovieComedyRomance
When an Italian man comes out of the closet, it affects both his life and his crazy family.
LéoloLéolo · 1992
Léolo
7.21992
MovieComedyDrama
The story of an imaginative boy who pretends he is the child of a sperm-laden Sicilian tomato upon which his mother accidentally fell.
Imelda 4: Le CadeauImelda 4: Le Cadeau · 2022
Imelda 4: Le Cadeau
2022
MovieComedyDrama
Jean and André have organized a birthday brunch for their 89 year-old mother, Imelda. But things turn sour when the birthday girl finds out that her gift isn't what she'd been hoping for.
Céline sur les PlainesCéline sur les Plaines · 2008
Céline sur les Plaines
6.22008
MovieMusic
Céline Dion's historical performance in front of 250,000 spectators to celebrate Quebec's 400th anniversary. The concert was held at the Plains of Abraham in Quebec City, Canada on August 22, 2008.
A Family SecretA Family Secret · 2006
A Family Secret
5.42006
MovieDramaComedy
A woman learns secrets about her family while attending the funeral of her father.
Laura Cadieux IILaura Cadieux II · 1999
Laura Cadieux II
5.01999
MovieComedy
Laura Cadieux and her friends are taking a cruise on the St. Lawrence River to celebrate Laura's 50th birthday.
Imelda 3 : SimoneImelda 3 : Simone · 2020
Imelda 3 : Simone
2020
MovieComedy
Ginette - Ma VieGinette - Ma Vie
Ginette - Ma Vie
MovieDocumentaryMusic
Interview without filters, Paul Arcand questions the 76-year-old performer on the sidelines of the release of her autobiography "Ginette" and her most recent album, "C'est tout moi".

Movies

Mambo ItalianoMambo Italiano · 2003
Mambo Italiano
5.92003
MovieComedyRomance
When an Italian man comes out of the closet, it affects both his life and his crazy family.
LéoloLéolo · 1992
Léolo
7.21992
MovieComedyDrama
The story of an imaginative boy who pretends he is the child of a sperm-laden Sicilian tomato upon which his mother accidentally fell.
Imelda 4: Le CadeauImelda 4: Le Cadeau · 2022
Imelda 4: Le Cadeau
2022
MovieComedyDrama
Jean and André have organized a birthday brunch for their 89 year-old mother, Imelda. But things turn sour when the birthday girl finds out that her gift isn't what she'd been hoping for.
Céline sur les PlainesCéline sur les Plaines · 2008
Céline sur les Plaines
6.22008
MovieMusic
Céline Dion's historical performance in front of 250,000 spectators to celebrate Quebec's 400th anniversary. The concert was held at the Plains of Abraham in Quebec City, Canada on August 22, 2008.
A Family SecretA Family Secret · 2006
A Family Secret
5.42006
MovieDramaComedy
A woman learns secrets about her family while attending the funeral of her father.
Laura Cadieux IILaura Cadieux II · 1999
Laura Cadieux II
5.01999
MovieComedy
Laura Cadieux and her friends are taking a cruise on the St. Lawrence River to celebrate Laura's 50th birthday.
Imelda 3 : SimoneImelda 3 : Simone · 2020
Imelda 3 : Simone
2020
MovieComedy
Ginette - Ma VieGinette - Ma Vie
Ginette - Ma Vie
MovieDocumentaryMusic
Interview without filters, Paul Arcand questions the 76-year-old performer on the sidelines of the release of her autobiography "Ginette" and her most recent album, "C'est tout moi".
Une voix en orUne voix en or · 1998
Une voix en or
5.01998
MovieTV Movie
Marion Courbet young ardéchoise meets Louise Dawson, large international singer recovering in the region. From this encounter is born a friendship that will change their lives. Marion will tour with Louise and discover show business.
The 12 Tasks of ImeldaThe 12 Tasks of Imelda · 2022
The 12 Tasks of Imelda
6.82022
MovieComedyDrama
Imelda, a larger-than-life character inspired by the director's grandmother, sets herself on a quest to settle old scores before celebrating her 100th birthday.
Ginette Reno, plus qu'une chansonGinette Reno, plus qu'une chanson · 2024
Ginette Reno, plus qu'une chanson
2024
MovieDocumentary
Marie-Soleil et Jean-Claude: au-delà des étoilesMarie-Soleil et Jean-Claude: au-delà des étoiles · 2022
Marie-Soleil et Jean-Claude: au-delà des étoiles
2022
MovieDocumentary
A tribute to Marie-Soleil Tougas and Jean-Claude Lauzon, 25 years after their tragic accident.
Une chance qu'on s'aUne chance qu'on s'a · 2020
Une chance qu'on s'a
2020
MovieMusic
A tribute to the Quebec population who are fighting against the COVID-19 epidemic. Several artists are participating in this outpouring of solidarity to recognize the essential work of our guardian angels and to encourage people to give back.
It's Your Turn, LauraIt's Your Turn, Laura · 1998
It's Your Turn, Laura
5.41998
MovieComedyDrama
Large women with a zest for life gather weekly at a Montreal doctor's office to receive diet injections.
Ginette Reno: DivineGinette Reno: Divine · 2013
Ginette Reno: Divine
2013
MovieMusic
The title says it all. Divine! We were able to see Ginette in full passionate mode, along with her personality shining through. Recommended to any Ginette Reno fan and music lover. See her full spectrum is a treasure and enjoy over and over.

TV Shows

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny CarsonThe Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson · 1962
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
7.51962
Series
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson is a talk show hosted by Johnny Carson under The Tonight Show franchise from 1962 to 1992. It originally aired during late-night. For its first ten years, Carson's Tonight Show was based in New York City with occasional trips to Burbank, California; in May 1972, the show moved permanently to Burbank, California. In 2002, The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson was ranked #12 on TV Guide's 50 Greatest TV Shows of All Time.
Sacrée soiréeSacrée soirée · 1987
Sacrée soirée
5.71987
Series
Champs-ElyséesChamps-Elysées · 1982
Champs-Elysées
6.81982
Series
Bonsoir bonsoir!Bonsoir bonsoir! · 2019
Bonsoir bonsoir!
4.02019
Series
Each day, Jean-Philippe Wauthier welcomes guests on the show in warm, friendly setting. His interviews focus on their newsworthy achievements but also, and most importantly, on their passions, interests and opinions.
Les Enfants de la téléLes Enfants de la télé · 2010
Les Enfants de la télé
6.52010
Series
Le Grand ÉchiquierLe Grand Échiquier · 1972
Le Grand Échiquier
8.01972
Series
Le Grand Échiquier is a French variety television program created and presented by Jacques Chancel. It aired at 8:30 pm on the first channel of the ORTF from January 12, 1972 to July 12, 1972, then on the second color channel of the ORTF from September 1972 to December 1974, and finally on Antenne 2 from January 1975 to December 21, 1989. The program returned to France 2 on December 20, 2018 and is hosted by Anne-Sophie Lapix.
Tout le monde en parleTout le monde en parle · 2004
Tout le monde en parle
4.72004
Series
Host Guy A. Lepage brings together six to eight personalities from different milieus—sports, politics, stage productions and more—that are the subject of everyone’s conversations and/or are important figures in recent events. Participants are invited to speak freely, voicing their opinions on headline news or on a subject that is near and dear to them. 
Le monde est à vousLe monde est à vous · 1987
Le monde est à vous
1987
Series
La semaine des 4 JulieLa semaine des 4 Julie · 2020
La semaine des 4 Julie
2.02020
Series
La fureurLa fureur · 1998
La fureur
5.01998
Series
A musical game show opposing two gender-segregated teams of celebrities.
In Lieu of FlowersIn Lieu of Flowers · 2012
In Lieu of Flowers
1.02012
SeriesComedy
A variety show with a twist: a celebrity guest get to attend their own memorial service – an entertaining send-off filled with eulogies and some gentle ribbing.
Deux hommes en orDeux hommes en or · 2013
Deux hommes en or
2013
Series
Presented in the form of a large live set, the hosts enlightening interviews with personalities from all walks of life who have made their mark in the news.
En mode SalvailEn mode Salvail · 2013
En mode Salvail
2.02013
SeriesComedy
What to expect: interviews, musical performances, a fierce band, surprising stories and most of all, guests who are more than happy to play along and follow Éric Salvail on his beautifully crazy tangents!
Y'a du monde à messeY'a du monde à messe · 2017
Y'a du monde à messe
7.52017
Series
Public figures from different backgrounds meet each week. At first glance, these guests would seem to have little in common. However, something does unite them all: an event or experience that they have graciously agreed to share that justifies their seat at the same table. As the program unfolds, their shared history is gradually revealed.
En direct de l'universEn direct de l'univers · 2009
En direct de l'univers
1.02009
Series
Ça finit bien la semaineÇa finit bien la semaine · 2010
Ça finit bien la semaine
2010
Series
A unique all-access pass to your favourite Quebec stars in a friendly, timely and entertaining format that matches the hosts’ personalities.
La vraie natureLa vraie nature · 2017
La vraie nature
7.02017
Series
Ça va bien allerÇa va bien aller · 2020
Ça va bien aller
2020
Series
1res fois1res fois · 2018
1res fois
9.02018
Series
Two Quebec personalities candidly discuss the “firsts” that have marked their professional lives and shaped who they are both on and off camera. Our guests will also experience other unique “firsts” on the show. Emotions will run high as guests share personal secrets, reunite with long-lost friends, watch surprise variety numbers.
La VoixLa Voix · 2013
La Voix
2013
Series
Vocalists from across Quebec, Canada compete in a blockbusters vocal competition. The show's innovative format features four stages of competition: the blind auditions, the battle rounds, the knockouts and, finally, the live performance shows.
Belle et BumBelle et Bum · 2003
Belle et Bum
2003
Series
Mélissa Lavergne and Normand Brathwaite host a unique musical show where all musical styles collide and where emerging artists rub shoulders with big-name performers.
Cette année-làCette année-là · 2018
Cette année-là
2018
Series
A culture show set hosted by Marc Labrèche and his collaborators, Simon Boulerice, Émilie Perreault and Fred Savard. Each week, based on a significant year in history, they revisit a cultural event of a previous era and compare it with today’s yardstick. The hosts and their guests examine subjects that link the chosen year to what’s hot in cultural circles right now.
Tic tac showTic tac show · 2013
Tic tac show
2013
Series
Viens voir les comédiensViens voir les comédiens · 2002
Viens voir les comédiens
2002
Series
Viens voir les comédiens is a television show on the Canadian French-language arts and culture television network ARTV.