A final tribute to Michel Blanc this week in Paris

The funeral of Michel Blanc, who died last Thursday at the age of 72, will be held this Thursday, October 10 at 4pm in the church of Saint-Eustache in Paris. The actor, known for his iconic roles and versatility, succumbed to anaphylactic shock caused by a drug allergy during a medical examination.

From “Jean-Claude Dusse” to more serious roles

Michel Blanc first came to public attention with his unforgettable portrayal of Jean-Claude Dusse in the saga Les Bronzés, and left his mark on the comedy films of the 1980s. Over the years, he distinguished himself in more dramatic roles, while pursuing a critically acclaimed career as a director. His death leaves a great void in the world of French cinema.

A district in mourning: Michel Blanc, an emblematic figure of the Marais

Michel Blanc lived in the Marais district, in the heart of Paris, where he was particularly popular with the locals. Viktor Millet, an employee in a tea store, testifies: “You could feel that he was truly rooted in his neighborhood, supporting the local shopkeepers.”

The actor was also a regular at a café on Place des Vosges, where he often dined. Restaurant owner Thérèse Cougoureux remembers: “Every evening, around 6.30pm, he’d be there, and we’d have our meal with him.”