Alain Delon dies at 88 years of age: Farewell to a legend of French cinema

The death of Alain Delonwhich occurred at his residence in Douchy, in central France, was announced by his children in a statement to the AFP agency at the age of 88.

Alain Delon, born in 1935 in Sceaux, became one of the most recognizable faces of European cinema. His career took off in the 1960sestablishing itself as a symbol of elegance and French charm on the big screen.

Milestones in his career

1. Cinematic debut: In 1957 with ¡When the woman gets involved’ by Yves Allégret.
2. Consecration: ‘Plein Soleil’ (1960) by René Clément, where he played Tom Ripley.
3. Featured collaborations: He worked with directors of the stature of Luchino Visconti, Michelangelo Antonioni and Jean-Pierre Melville.
4. Late recognition: Received the Palm of Honor in the Cannes Film Festival in 2019.

The last years of a star

After suffering a cerebrovascular attack in 2019Delon’s public appearances became rare. His health became a topic of concern and debate among his children, who held different opinions about his care. In 2023 the children They denounced Delon’s partner for moral abuse.

Delon was not only an actor, but a cultural phenomenon. The beauty of it, charisma and versatility they turned it into a icon of French and European cinema. She played memorable roles ranging from seductive heartthrobs to complex, morally ambiguous characters.

Legacy and farewell

The death of Alain Delon marks the end of a golden era of french cinema. His family has asked for respect for his privacy in this time of mourning, while fans and colleagues around the world remember his extraordinary contribution to the seventh art.

Nothing better than reviewing the actor’s most notable films as a tribute from ‘Euronews’:

Featured films by Alain Delon

1. ‘Plein Soleil’ (1960)
2. ‘Rocco and his brothers’ (1960)
3. ‘The Eclipse’ (1962)
4. ‘The Leopard’ (1963)
5. ‘The Samurai’ (1967)
6. ‘The Pool’ (1969)
7. ‘The Red Circle’ (1970)
8. ‘Borsalino’ (1970)
9. ‘Monsieur Klein’ (1976)
10. ‘Our Story’ (1984)

Alain Delon leaves behind a impressive filmography and an indisputable place in the history of world cinema.