The actor, screenwriter and director Michel Blanc he passed away at the age of 72, leaving a deep void in the world of French cinema. The news of his disappearance, confirmed by the newspaper Le Figarohas shocked friends, colleagues and fans who have admired his multifaceted talent for more than four decades. Blanc, who managed to endear himself to the general public thanks to his comic roles in the theater group Splendiddied in hospital following a heart attack.
Born on April 16, 1952, Michel Blanc was one of the most well-known and appreciated faces of French cinema, often characterizing characters hypochondriacs or losers, roles in which his irony and interpretative finesse shone in a unique way. Founder of the collective Le Splendidtogether with famous names such as Thierry Lhermitte, Josiane Balasko and Christian Clavier, Blanc helped define a memorable season of French comic theater and cinema of the Seventies and Eighties.
However, his talent wasn’t just limited to comedy. Michel Blanc was also able to distinguish himself in dramatic roles, demonstrating great versatility. One of the most famous examples is his performance in Patrice Leconte’s film, Monsieur Hirewhere Blanc masterfully embodied a complex and introspective character, earning critical acclaim.
Throughout his career, Michel Blanc has received numerous awards. Among the most prestigious, the Award for Best Male Actor at Cannes Film Festival in 1986 and the Best Screenplay Award in 1994. These successes make him one of the few artists capable of excelling both in front of and behind the camera, confirming his extraordinary creativity and ability to tell stories with depth and originality.