Warhol vs. Cassius Clay

Born in Paris on Sunday, April 7, 1968, at 10:55 PM, Bruce started his life with a cry that already meant “enjoy your fuckin’ life,” a motto that would later govern his every action, even leading him to have it tattooed on his arm so he wouldn’t forget it.
With his high school diploma in hand, he enrolled at ASSAS and simultaneously at a business school, but what really thrilled him was the world of "the Night." He quickly became an essential figure in the finest Parisian nights by organizing parties in the most iconic and popular clubs in the capital. From "Bus Palladium" to "Les Bains," via "Le Palace," "Chez Régine," or even "Le Duplex," no venue could resist his innovative ideas, before he became the owner of the "Villa Barclay," a legendary club of the 90s.
Curious, a jack-of-all-trades, and eager for new experiences, he later worked with Fabien Ontoniente on the music for the film "Camping," then with Sébastien Chabal during the 2007 Rugby World Cup, and for the brand Dupont, for whom he created the DJ Case.
In 2009, upon the death of Michael Jackson, he got the idea to photograph the figurines he had been collecting since he was very young. He owns more than 500 of them. From Casimir to Marilyn Monroe, including Steve McQueen, Frank Sinatra, Barack Obama, and Daft Punk, not a single character escapes him. A collection acquired over the years by scouring flea markets and garage sales, or by spending hours searching on the internet.
Behind this collection hides a big kid who doesn't want to grow up. He stages them, photographs them, and very quickly exhibits his creations, first at the Think & More Gallery, then at the Black Block at the Palais de Tokyo, but also at Fouquet's and at the Galerie Pierre Cardin. The success he encountered earned him the privilege of being included in prestigious sales at Artcurial and Drouot.
His influences lie on the border between pop art and advertising... which is not really a coincidence, as his father was the head of an advertising agency in the 80s where he spent a lot of time.
His works often offer a double reading behind a positive message. He draws his inspiration from life, around a street corner, in a book, while listening to music, or during his many travels. Another hobby: music, which is part of his DNA and will always have a major place in his life.
An eternal optimist, Bruce has chosen, despite the ups and downs of life, to always look at the bright side of things. In fact, every morning in front of the mirror, he tells himself: “HAPPINESS IS A HABIT,” one of his favorite phrases taught to him a long time ago by his friend Jean-François Magne. His life is a succession of improbable encounters that have allowed him to experience magnificent moments. Sometimes provocative, he likes to disturb and push people to get them to think. A piece of advice: if you hope to run into him, you'd better be a night owl!

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