French actor Vincent Dedienne will host the 2027 César Awards ceremony on February 25, 2027, stepping into the role previously held by Benjamin Lavernhe. The appointment anchors a busy professional lineup for the performer, who also has two feature films arriving in theaters on October 7, 2026: Sarah Arnold’s L’espèce explosive and Marc Fitoussi’s Ni vue, ni connue.
Rural Retreat in the Somme Bay
When he is not working on film sets or preparing for the national film academy ceremony, Dedienne escapes the activity of Paris for a country house near the Somme Bay in the Hauts-de-France region. In an interview with Le Parisien Week-end, the 39-year-old actor described the property as a place where he goes “to do nothing, literally.” His time there involves quiet activities like reading and completing jigsaw puzzles.
He shares the rural property with his dog Macha, a Jack Russell terrier, with whom he takes long walks through the Picardy countryside near the coast, salt marshes, and protected nature reserves. The garden is also home to several dwarf goats that Dedienne has named after prominent French media figures: Claire Chazal, Anne-Claire Coudray, Catherine Hiegel, and Gaston.
Family Roots in Burgundy
Alongside his solo time in northern France, Dedienne maintains close ties to Burgundy, where he returns to visit relatives in Mâcon. Adopted in the city by a teacher and a specialized educator, the actor frequently visits the region, noting to Le Parisien Week-end that he enjoys walking through the local vineyards, particularly in autumn when the foliage turns red, orange, and yellow.
Upcoming Professional Milestones
The César hosting assignment marks a major milestone for Dedienne, following in the footsteps of recent hosts like Benjamin Lavernhe. Meanwhile, audiences will see him on the big screen later this year in L’espèce explosive and Ni vue, ni connue.
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