Death

Death of Loana: Former Loft Story star passes away at 48

Revealed in the early 2000s through Loft Story, Loana became the face of the rise of reality TV in France's audiovisual scene. The former contestant, who quickly rose to national fame, has passed away at 48, according to Paris Match.

Chuck Norris has passed away: the legendary action star and iconic actor has died.

American action star and legendary actor Chuck Norris, best known for his role in the television series Walker, Texas Ranger, has passed away. He died on Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Hawaii at the age of 86. His family announced the news this Friday on social media.

Death of Isabelle Mergault, actress and director, at 67

The actress, director, and comedian Isabelle Mergault passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026, in Neuilly-sur-Seine at the age of 67, following a battle with cancer. Known for her roles in popular comedies and as the director of Je vous trouve très beau, she was also a familiar face on RTL’s Les Grosses Têtes. Throughout her career, she made a notable mark in film, theater, writing, and radio.

Eric Dane, best known for his role as "Dr. Mark Sloan" on Grey's Anatomy, has passed away at the age of 53.

American actor Eric Dane, best known for his memorable roles as Dr. Mark Sloan in Grey’s Anatomy and Cal Jacobs in Euphoria, has passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at the age of 53. Here's what you need to know.

James Van Der Beek, best known for his role in Dawson’s Creek, has passed away at the age of 48 after battling colorectal cancer.

James Van Der Beek, the American actor best known for his role as Dawson Leery in the iconic series Dawson’s Creek, passed away on February 11, 2026, in the United States at the age of 48 due to stage 3 colorectal cancer, his wife Kimberly Van Der Beek announced. Rising to fame in the late 1990s, Van Der Beek had publicly revealed his illness in November 2024. He leaves behind his wife and their six children.

Death of Jimmy Cliff, a legend passes away

Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff died on Monday from pneumonia following a heart attack. The Jamaican artist, a global figure in the genre and a true cultural ambassador for his native island, leaves behind a considerable musical legacy. His wife, Latifa Chambers, announced the news on the artist's official social media accounts.

Death of Tchéky Karyo: the actor from Nikita and L'Ours has passed away at the age of 72.

Actor Tchéky Karyo died at the age of 72 following a battle with cancer. Born in Istanbul and a leading figure in French cinema, he leaves behind a career marked by roles in L'Ours, Nikita, and Belle et Sébastien.

Claudia Cardinale, legendary Franco-Italian actress, has died

French-Italian actress Claudia Cardinale, an icon of European cinema in the 1960s, died on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at the age of 87 in Nemours, Seine-et-Marne. Having made her name in "Le Guépard", "Il était une fois dans l'Ouest" and "Huit et demi", she leaves behind a career marked by over a hundred films and major roles alongside some of the greatest directors of the 20th century.

Hulk Hogan, American wrestler and comedian, died aged 71

American wrestler Hulk Hogan passed away this Thursday morning at the age of 71, at his home in Clearwater, Florida, following cardiac arrest. An iconic figure in the WWE, he had recently been hospitalized several times for health problems, including neck surgery last May.

Julian McMahon, known for his roles in The Fantastic 4, Charmed and Nip/Tuck, has died

Australian actor Julian McMahon died of cancer on July 2, 2025 at the age of 56. Star of Nip/Tuck and Charmed, he leaves behind a distinguished career in television and film.

Nicole Croisille, unforgettable voice of 'Un homme et une femme', dies aged 88

Singer and actress Nicole Croisille passed away on Tuesday June 4, 2025 at the age of 88. Revealed to the general public by the famous refrain "ba da ba da" from the film Un homme et une femme, she left behind a dense career marked by song, jazz, theater and musical comedy. A look back at the career of a multi-talented artist.

Death of Pope Francis: the Eiffel Tower will be extinguished tonight in tribute

In tribute to Pope Francis, who died at the age of 88, the Eiffel Tower will be extinguished this Monday evening, April 21, 2025. A series of ceremonies is planned in the capital. We take stock!

Death of Pope Francis: when and how is a pope's funeral held?

From the announcement of death to the burial, a pope's funeral follows a strict protocol at the Vatican. And now that Pope Francis has died, what will his funeral be like? What is the protocol for a pope's burial? And when is the funeral to be held? We explain.

Pope Francis dies at the Vatican, aged 88

Pope Francis, an emblematic and charismatic figure of the Catholic Church, left us on April 21, 2025 March 2025 at the age of 88. A look back at the life and career of this pontiff, who left his mark on history through his commitment to the most disadvantaged and his openness to interreligious dialogue.

Val Kilmer, star of Top Gun and Batman Forever, has died aged 65

Val Kilmer, American star revealed in Top Gun in 1986 and famous for his roles in Batman Forever and The Doors, died of pneumonia at the age of 65 on April 1, 2025 in Los Angeles. The actor, in remission from throat cancer since 2014, had left his mark on Hollywood cinema in the 1990s with his charisma and unforgettable performances.

Herbert Léonard, lead singer of Pour le plaisir, dies aged 80

Herbert Léonard, interpreter of the hit Pour le plaisir, died at the age of 80 on March 2, 2025 of lung cancer. A look back at the career of this French crooner.

Gene Hackman, film legend and portrayer of Lex Luthor in the Superman trilogy, has died

Gene Hackman, Oscar-winning actor for French Connection and Merciless, and portrayer of Lex Luthor in the Superman trilogy with Christopher Reeves, died at his home in Santa Fe on February 26, 2025 at the age of 95, at the side of his wife Betsy Arakawa.

Catherine Laborde, famous weather presenter, has died

Catherine Laborde, the emblematic figure of TF1's weather show for 28 years, passed away at the age of 73 on January 28, 2025. Suffering from Lewy body disease since 2014, she leaves behind a career marked by her presence on the small screen, but also by her activities as an author and actress.

Bertrand Blier, director of Les Valseuses, has died

Bertrand Blier, one of the most influential filmmakers of French cinema, died at the age of 85 on Monday, January 20, 2025, at his home in Paris. Director of such landmark films as Les Valseuses, Buffet froid and Trop belle pour toi, he leaves behind a controversial, multi-award-winning body of work.

David Lynch, director of Twin Peaks, Elephant Man and Mulholland Drive, has died

American director David Lynch, known for such iconic works as "Twin Peaks" and "Mulholland Drive", died on January 16, 2025 at the age of 78. An announcement made by his family on social networks.