French film legend Alain Delon has passed away at the age of 88. A star of French cinema’s golden era, Delon was known for his tough-guy persona in classics like *The Samurai* and *Borsalino*.

Despite his reclusive life in recent years due to poor health, Delon’s family dramas often made headlines in France.

Brigitte Bardot led the tributes, saying his death leaves a “huge void that nothing and no one will be able to fill.” Delon, once dubbed the most beautiful man in cinema, captivated audiences in the 1960s with roles in *The Leopard* and *Rocco and His Brothers*.

He continued to charm fans with his performances, whether portraying a murderer or a charismatic conman.

Over his career, Delon appeared in nearly 90 films, though his on-screen presence became rare after the 1990s. French President Emmanuel Macron honored Delon, calling him “a French monument” and praising his legendary roles.

A statement from Delon’s family expressed their deep sadness, noting he passed away peacefully at his home in Douchy, surrounded by his three children.

Delon’s last major public appearance was at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival, where he received an honorary Palme d’Or and made an emotional speech, seemingly bidding farewell to cinema.

Despite a life marked by controversy, Delon’s impact on French cinema remains undeniable, with tributes pouring in from across the world.