Mireille Mathieu is an iconic figure in French music. The famous star had an extremely difficult childhood. Young Mireille left school at the age of thirteen in order to work and contribute to her family’s livelihood.
Born on July 22, 1946, in Avignon (in the Vaucluse department), she is the eldest of a family of fourteen brothers and sisters.
Having a challenging childhood, the young girl gave up her studies at an early age to work in a paper and envelope factory.
With her income, she provided her family with the opportunity to move into a new five-room apartment, which was one of the most memorable moments of her life.
After an initial unsuccessful attempt, she won a singing contest held in her hometown of Avignon. She then participated in the show “Le Jeu de la Chance,” which proved to be a pivotal turning point in her professional life.
She quickly made a name for herself with her exceptional voice and skill, reminiscent of Edith Piaf (whom she deeply admires).
The rest is history: around 130 million records have been sold, fifty-five million individual songs, various hits, and international accolades.
At the age of 76, Mireille Mathieu, who was deeply affected by the loss of her mother in 2016, enjoys every satisfaction in life except becoming a mother.
