Michel Rivard

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Michel Rivard
Self-portrait of Michel Rivard at Parc Lafontaine in Montreal
Background information
Birth name	Michel Rivard
Born	(1951-09-27) September 27, 1951 (age 73) Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Origin	Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Genres	Folk rock
Occupation(s)	Singer-songwriter, guitarist
Instrument(s)	Vocals, guitar
Years active	1974–present

Michel Rivard (born September 27, 1951) is a singer-songwriter and musician from Quebec, born in Montreal. His father, Robert Rivard [fr], was an actor. Michel began his career at an early age appearing in a Canadian television series (Rue des Pignons) and in TV commercials.

Rivard's career as a writer and composer began in earnest when he became a member of the theatrical group Quenouille Bleue, established in 1970. Later, he became a member of Théâtre Sainfoin, when it was founded in 1973.