Alain Delon, the legendary French actor and global cinema icon, has passed away at the age of 88 in his home in Douchy, France. His children, Alain Fabien, Anouchka, and Anthony, announced his death in a statement to Agence France-Presse, saying, ‘He died peacefully in his home in Douchy, surrounded by his three children and loved ones’.Delon’s career spanned over six decades, with iconic roles in films such as ‘Plein soleil’, ‘Le samouraï’, ‘Rocco and His Brothers’, and ‘The Leopard’. He was known for his unique blend of beauty and coldness, often described as an ‘object of desire’. Delon worked with prominent directors like Jean-Pierre Melville, René Clément, and Luchino Visconti.In recent years, Delon had been suffering from serious health issues. He suffered a stroke in 2019 and was diagnosed with a slowly progressing lymphoma. His son, Anthony, had previously stated that Delon was dealing with ‘a slowly progressing lymphoma’.Delon’s personal life was marked by controversy. He was known for his support of far-right leader Jean-Marie Le Pen and his criticism of homosexuality. He was also open about his desire to end his life through assisted suicide in Switzerland.Despite the controversies, Delon remains a beloved figure in the film industry. He received numerous awards throughout his career, including a César for Best Actor in 1985 for ‘Notre Histoire’, and an Honorary Palme d’Or at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival.Delon’s passing marks the end of an era in French cinema. As his children stated, ‘He was a great actor, a great man, and we will miss him’.
Key points
- Alain Delon, legendary French actor, has died at 88 in his home in Douchy, France.
- Delon’s career spanned over six decades, with iconic roles in films like ‘Plein soleil’ and ‘Le samouraï’.
- He had been suffering from health issues, including a stroke in 2019 and lymphoma.
- Despite controversies in his personal life, Delon remains a beloved figure in the film industry.
Contradictions👾While most sources report Delon’s death as peaceful, some mention family disputes and controversies surrounding his final months.
