🕯️ In Memoriam – Simone Simon
Born: 23 April 1911, France
Died: 22 February 2005, Paris, France
Simone Simon was a French actress renowned for her work in both French cinema and Hollywood. She starred in classics such as La Bête humaine (1938) and Cat People (1942). With her expressive presence and delicate charm, Simon left an enduring legacy in 20th-century cinema, admired for her elegance, versatility, and captivating performances.
🕯️ In Memoriam – Micheline Presle
Born: 22 August 1922
Died: 21 February 2024
Micheline Presle was a major figure of French cinema, active from the 1930s onward. An elegant and expressive actress, she worked across several eras of film while also maintaining a strong presence in theatre and television. Her remarkable longevity and artistic range left a lasting imprint on the history of French cinema.
🕯️ In Memoriam – Roland Bertin
Born: 16 August 1930
Died: 20 February 2024
Roland Bertin was a French film, television, and theatre actor, best known for his work with directors such as Jacques Rivette, Éric Rohmer, and Claude Chabrol. Appearing in films like Out 1, La Religieuse, and L’Amour par terre, he was a respected character actor whose discreet presence left a lasting mark on French cinema.
Actor Eric Dane, who starred in "Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria," has died at age 53, his family says. Dane announced in April 2025 that he had been diagnosed with ALS. Here's more from @THR.
🕯️ In Memoriam – Patrick Roy
Né le 17 avril 1952 à Niort, France
Décédé le 18 février 1993 à Villejuif, France
Patrick Roy était un animateur de radio et de télévision français, très populaire dans les années 1980 grâce à des jeux télévisés emblématiques comme Le Juste Prix et Une Famille en or. Figure chaleureuse du petit écran, sa carrière a été brutalement interrompue par la maladie. Il s’est éteint à l’âge de 40 ans, laissant un souvenir durable dans la culture populaire française.
🕯️ In Memoriam – Patrick Roy
Born: 17 April 1952, Niort, France
Died: 18 February 1993, Villejuif, France
Patrick Roy was a French radio and television presenter, widely known in the 1980s for popular game shows such as Le Juste Prix and Une Famille en or. A familiar and warm presence on French television, his career was cut tragically short by illness. He died at the age of 40, leaving a lasting memory in French popular culture.
My beautiful father in law died on his wife's birthday, while his children and wife were all in the room. He was an absolute gem of a human being, and a giant of a botanist. Even in his last days, he was still working on his recent discovery about the growth habits of Garry Oak branches. May we all live with such passion.
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🕯️ In Memoriam – Jean Sarrus
Born: 11 May 1945
Died: 19 February 2025
Jean Sarrus, French actor, singer, and composer, was a founding member and bassist of the legendary French comedy-music group Les Charlots. He starred in iconic films like Les Bidasses en folie, blending humor and music that marked 1970s French cinema. Beloved for his performances, Sarrus left a lasting legacy in both film and music after his death at 79.
#InMemoriam #JeanSarrus #LesCharlots #FrenchCinema #Comedy #Music
🕯️ In Memoriam – Alain Robbe‑Grillet
Born: 18 August 1922
Died: 18 February 2008
Alain Robbe‑Grillet, French writer and avant‑garde filmmaker, was a leading figure in experimental cinema and the Nouveau Roman. Known for Trans‑Europe Express, L’Immortelle, and L’année dernière à Marienbad, his innovative narratives and visual style influenced generations and left a lasting mark on French and international cinema.
#InMemoriam #AlainRobbeGrillet #FrenchCinema #Filmmaking #AvantGarde #February18
🕯️ In Memoriam – Jacques Bernard
Born: 7 May 1929
Died: 18 February 2024
Jacques Bernard was a celebrated French actor and voice artist, known for films like Les Enfants terribles and Darling Caroline, and as the French voice of stars including Jackie Chan. Across decades in cinema, theatre, television, and dubbing, he inspired generations, leaving a lasting mark on French culture and entertainment.
#InMemoriam #JacquesBernard #FrenchCinema #Theatre #VoiceActing #February18
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Frederick Wiseman, the great documentary filmmaker, died at the weekend at the age of 96. Matt Zoller Seitz of Roger Ebert takes a look at his extraordinary 60-year career.
🕯️ In Memoriam – Jean Servais
Born: 24 September 1910
Died: 17 February 1976
Jean Servais, a Belgian actor strongly tied to French cinema, became iconic for noir and crime films such as Du rififi chez les hommes. Known for his intense presence, emotional subtlety, and mastery of tension, he left a lasting mark on post‑war French cinema.
#InMemoriam #JeanServais #FrenchCinema #FilmNoir #ClassicCinema
🕯️ In Memoriam – Michaël Denard
Born: 5 November 1944
Died: 17 February 2023
Michaël Denard was a French dancer and stage performer who also appeared in films. Known for his expressive movement, technical skill, and artistry, he influenced generations of dancers and performing artists. His contributions to theatre and film remain respected and celebrated.
#InMemoriam #MichaëlDenard #FrenchCinema #Dance #PerformanceArt
🕯️ In Memoriam – Marco Perrin
Born: 16 May 1927
Died: 17 February 2014
Marco Perrin was a beloved French actor whose career spanned film, television and theatre. Recognised for memorable roles in La Soupe aux choux, Les Valseuses and other classics, he brought natural charm, wit and truthful presence to every performance. Perrin’s work over decades enriched French popular culture and continues to be enjoyed by audiences today.
#InMemoriam #MarcoPerrin #FrenchCinema #FilmHistory #Theatre
🕯️ In Memoriam – Serge Merlin
Born: 29 December 1932
Died: 16 February 2019
Serge Merlin, celebrated French actor on stage and screen, including Amélie (2001), brought subtlety, depth, and gravitas to every role. Known for his expressive presence and emotional authenticity, he left a lasting mark on French cinema and theatre, inspiring generations of actors and audiences alike.
🕯️ In Memoriam – Albert Simonin
Born: 18 April 1905
Died: 15 February 1980
Passed away on February 15, 1980.
Albert Simonin was a key figure in French crime culture, known for novels and screenplays steeped in slang, underworld rituals and sharp dialogue. His work strongly influenced French film noir, including classics such as Touchez pas au grisbi!, shaping a stylised vision of the criminal milieu in post-war cinema.
#InMemoriam #AlbertSimonin #FrenchCinema #FilmNoir #February15
🕯️ In Memoriam – Marc Eyraud
Born: 10 January 1924
Died: 15 February 2005
Passed away on February 15, 2005.
Marc Eyraud built a long and discreet career across French cinema, theatre and television. Frequently cast in supporting roles, he brought authenticity and solidity to countless productions from the post-war period onward. A true character actor, his familiar face became part of the everyday fabric of French cinema.
#InMemoriam #MarcEyraud #FrenchCinema #CharacterActor #February15
🕯️ In Memoriam – Gérard Barray
Born: 2 November 1931
Died: 15 February 2024
Gérard Barray, star of 1960s French adventure and swashbuckling films, brought elegance, athleticism, and heroic presence to the screen. His performances defined a golden era of popular French cinema and remain fondly remembered.
#InMemoriam #GérardBarray #FrenchCinema #CinemaHistory #February15
Chief mouser Palmerston dies after swapping Foreign Office for Bermuda #Inmemoriam
⚓️ Rescue cat becomes a diplomat, rocks social media and retires in Bermuda. 🇧🇲
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