French cinema legend Alain Delon passed away at the age of 88, his family announced on Sunday.
His family said: "Alain Fabien, Anouchka, Anthony, as well as (his dog) Loubo, are deeply saddened to announce the passing of their father.
"He passed away peacefully in his home in Douchy, surrounded by his three children and his family," the statement added.
He was well known for his handsome looking, charisma, and contribution in the golden era of the French cinema. His total cinema appearances are 90 films.
During the past few years, Delon suffered from a poor health and severe medical issues.
His final major public appearance was in 2019 to receive an honorary Palme d'or at the Cannes film festival where he made an emotional speech.
He said: "It's a bit of a posthumous tribute, but from my lifetime," adding: "I am going to leave, but I won't leave without thanking you."
French President Emmanuel Macron paid a tribute to Delon, saying the actor “played legendary roles and made the world dream”.
In a statement on X, Macron d:described "Melancholy, popular, secretive, he was more than a star: he was a French monument."
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