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Jacques-Yves Cousteau was born on 11 June, 1910 in Saint-André-de-Cubzac, Gironde, France, is a producer,director,writer. Discover Jacques-Yves Cousteau's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 87 years old?

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Occupation producer,director,writer
Age 87 years old
Zodiac Sign Gemini
Born 11 June, 1910
Birthday 11 June
Birthplace Saint-André-de-Cubzac, Gironde, France
Date of death 25 June, 1997
Died Place Paris, France
Nationality France

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Jacques-Yves Cousteau Height, Weight & Measurements

At 87 years old, Jacques-Yves Cousteau height is 5' 9" (1.75 m) .

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Height 5' 9" (1.75 m)
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Who Is Jacques-Yves Cousteau's Wife?

His wife is Francine Triplet (28 June 1991 - 25 June 1997) ( his death) ( 2 children), Simone Cousteau (12 July 1937 - 2 December 1990) ( her death) ( 2 children)

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Wife Francine Triplet (28 June 1991 - 25 June 1997) ( his death) ( 2 children), Simone Cousteau (12 July 1937 - 2 December 1990) ( her death) ( 2 children)
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Jacques-Yves Cousteau Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Jacques-Yves Cousteau worth at the age of 87 years old? Jacques-Yves Cousteau’s income source is mostly from being a successful Producer. He is from France. We have estimated Jacques-Yves Cousteau's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2024 Under Review
Net Worth in 2023 Pending
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Source of Income Producer

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1910

Jacques-Yves Cousteau was born on June 11, 1910, in Saint-André-de-Cubzac (Gironde) in France.

1930

He entered the naval academy in 1930, was graduated and became a gunnery officer. Then, while he was training to be a pilot, a serious car accident ended his aviation career. In order to rehabilitate his body, he was told to swim regularly in the Mediterranean.

1936

In 1936, near the port of Toulon, he went swimming underwater with goggles for the first time and his life was changed forever.

1943

Seeking a way to explore underwater longer than a single lung-full of air would allow, he partnered with an engineer Emile Gagnan to co-invent the Aqualung, what became known as Scuba (Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus) in 1943, and the world was changed forever. Now, for the first time, people could explore the ocean freely. After World War II, Cousteau, along with naval officer Philippe Tailliez and diver Frédéric Dumas, became known as the " mousquemers " (musketeers of the sea) as they carried out diving experiments.

1950

In 1950, he converted a former wooden hulled minesweeper called Calypso into an oceanographic vessel, equipped with instruments for diving and scientific research.

1953

In 1953 Jacques released a book called The Silent World.

1956

Three years later in 1956, Jacques along with his co-director, a young Louis Malle, turned the book into a film also called The Silent World.

It was a global phenomenon winning a Palm D'Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 1956 and an Academy Award that same year as well.

1961

On April 19, 1961, President John F. Kennedy presented the National Geographic Society's Gold Medal to Captain Jacques Cousteau. He was also recognized as a Chevalier of the Legion of Honor for his service in the French Résistance during WWII. He was the Director of the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco for thirty years as well as a member of the US Academy of Sciences.

1964

In 1964 he won his second Academy Award with the film World Without Sun.

1968

In 1968, The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau was launched on ABC in the United States and became a worldwide sensation. Through more than 115 television films and 50 books, Captain Cousteau opened up the wonder and mystery of the oceans to millions of households. During this time he was joined by his youngest son Philippe Cousteau Sr. who went on to direct, produce and film 26 episodes of the Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau as well as his own 6-part series Oasis in Space. Throughout his career, Jacques received numerous honors and awards for his work.

1977

In 1977, the United Nations awarded him the International Environmental Prize.

1979

Lost his younger son, Philippe, in a seaplane crash in 1979.

1985

He received the US Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1985.

1988

Then, in 1988, he was inscribed in the UN Environmental Programme's Global 500 Roll of Honor of Environmental Protection and received the National Geographic Society's Centennial Award.

1989

Then in 1989 he was elected to the Académie Française.

1990

In 1990 he launched a worldwide petition campaign to save Antarctica from mineral exploitation. His effort was successful when nations from around the world agreed to the protection of Antarctica from all exploitation.

1996

Society of Operating Cameramen, (SOC) Recipient, Governors Award (1996).