Paul Hamy

Paul Hamy is a French actor and former supermodel whose career spans the worlds of high fashion, visual art, and cinema. Discovered at sixteen by photographer Paolo Roversi, he quickly became a favorite of top designers such as Hedi Slimane for Yves Saint‑Laurent, Jean‑Paul Gaultier, Comme des Garçons, and Christian Lacroix, appearing in editorial spreads for Vogue and walking runways across the globe. While modeling, Hamy pursued studies in drawing and sculpture, eventually founding the interdisciplinary collective “POK – Pain O choKolat,” which brings together visual artists, photographers, designers, videographers, actors, dancers, DJs, and musicians. In 2010 the collective premiered a series of sculptures titled Chapeau, Chimère & Forme, showcasing his commitment to experimental art beyond the catwalk. Transitioning to the screen in 2013, Hamy delivered breakout performances in On My Way (directed by Emmanuelle Bercot) and Suzanne (directed by Katell Quillévéré). His nuanced portrayal in Suzanne earned him a César Award nomination for Most Promising Actor and a Lumière Award nod for Best Male Revelation, cementing his reputation as a serious thespian. Since then he has built a diverse filmography, collaborating with acclaimed directors and expanding his range across drama, thriller, and period pieces. Off‑screen, Hamy’s personal life reflects a bicultural heritage—his father is American and his mother French—and in September 2020 he married Denitza Stefanova. Though private about parenthood, he remains a prominent figure in contemporary French cinema, celebrated for his striking looks, artistic versatility, and relentless pursuit of creative challenges. His continued involvement in both fashion campaigns and avant‑garde installations demonstrates a rare ability to bridge commercial success with artistic integrity.