Claude Lafortune
Actor · 1936 – 2020
Claude Lafortune (July 5, 1936 – April 19, 2020) was a Canadian paper artist, set decorator, and television personality.
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Movie8.0DocumentaryMuch like Fred Rogers and Bob Ross in the United States, Claude Lafortune was a staple of French-Canadian television. The beloved children's television host inspired generations of children through his celebration of creativity, inclusivity and diversity. For over five decades, he dedicated his life to transforming mere paper into whimsical sculptures, creatures and film sets. "The Paper Man" reveals the depths of Claude Lafortune's work, as well as his continuing legacy.