Bertrand Cantat is a French musician and singer, best known as the lead vocalist of the rock band Noir Désir. Born on March 5, 1973, in Bordeaux, France, he gained fame in the 1990s with the band's critically acclaimed albums, which combined poetic lyrics with a mix of rock and alternative music. In 2003, Cantat's life took a dramatic turn when he was convicted of the manslaughter of his girlfriend, Marie Trintignant, following a violent altercation. He served time in prison and has since attempted to return to music, sparking both interest and controversy in the public eye.