André Bourvil , born André Robert Raimbourg ( French pronunciation: ​ [ɑ̃dʁe buʁˈvil] ; 27 July 1917, Prétot-Vicquemare , France – 23 September 1970, Paris), was a French actor and singer best known for his roles in comedy films, most notably in his collaboration with Louis de Funès in the films Le Corniaud (1965) and La Grande Vadrouille (1966). For his performance in Le Corniaud , he won a Special Diploma at the 4th Moscow International Film Festival .