René Dupuy (Paris, 17 May 1920 – 1 August 2009) was a French actor, director, and theatre manager, and a prominent figure in Parisian theatre in the post-World War II era. He began his career as an actor before primarily dedicating himself to directing, distinguishing himself with an approach that combined formal rigor with an emphasis on the text. He directed major venues such as the Théâtre de l'Ambigu-Comique and the Théâtre Gramont, where he founded his own company. His vast repertoire ranged from the classics, such as Molière and Beaumarchais, to the Theatre of the Absurd. He made a significant contribution to the promotion of playwrights like Eugène Ionesco, staging a celebrated production of *The Chairs*, and Samuel Beckett. His influence on French theatre was recognized in 1993 when he was awarded the prestigious Honorary Molière for his lifetime achievement, a testament to his fundamental artistic and cultural contribution.