2005

This year marked the significant success of Service après-vente des émissions (SAV), the popular sketch comedy show with Fred Testot on Canal+. The show solidified Omar Sy's comedic talent and established him as a household name in France, paving the way for future film roles.

2011

Omar Sy achieved international stardom with the massive critical and commercial success of the film Intouchables. His performance as Driss earned him the César Award for Best Actor, making him the first Black actor to win the accolade and propelling his career onto the global stage.

2021

Sy further cemented his international appeal as the star of the Netflix original series Lupin, which became a global phenomenon and one of the most-watched non-English series on the platform. The success of the series established him as a leading man on the world stage, showcasing his dramatic range and charisma to an even wider audience.