France: Legendary singer Joe Dassin would have celebrated his 88th birthday on November 5, 2026

Born in New York on November 5, 1938, Joe Dassin was the son of filmmaker Jules Dassin and violinist Béatrice Launer. After growing up between the United States and Europe, he became one of France’s best-loved singers. From the late 1960s through 1980, he captivated generations with hits including “Les Champs-Élysées,” “L’Été indien” and “Et si tu n’existais pas”; he would have turned 88 on November 5, 2026.