Pierre Deny, a French veteran actor who appeared in the Netflix global hit series Emily in Paris and left a deep impression on fans worldwide, has died. He was 69.
According to U.S. entertainment outlet Page Six and other foreign media on the 27th (local time), Pierre Deny died after battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS·Lou Gehrig's disease).
Pierre Deny's daughters conveyed the news of his passing through a family statement. In the statement the daughters said, "After experiencing sudden and severe symptoms of Lou Gehrig's disease, he passed away on the 25th," they said with deep sorrow.
Condolences from drama fans and colleagues around the world have poured in over the unexpected news of his death after fighting a sudden illness.
Pierre Deny appeared in seasons 3 and 4 of the Netflix hit Emily in Paris, making his mark on global viewers. In the series he played Louis de Léon, CEO of the fictional fashion giant JVMA, and increased the drama's immersion with solid and weighty acting.
He was also a representative French veteran "national actor" who appeared in the popular daily drama Demain nous appartient, which aired more than 500 times locally in France. In addition, he was loved for his work in numerous productions such as Fabio Montale, Une femme d'honneur, and Cinq soeurs.
When news of his death was announced, longtime co-star Luce Mouchel left a heartfelt tribute on her social media. Looking back on the years she spent with him, she said she was saddened that "it shouldn't have ended so quickly and cruelly." She added, "I think of the daughters left behind and their courage. I remember the sparkle in your eyes I saw at our last meeting. Rest in peace," mourning him.
Meanwhile, Lily Collins, the lead actress who plays the title role in Emily in Paris, recently announced via social media that filming has begun for season 6, set in Greece and France, and that it will be the final season. Lily Collins and other main cast members have not yet made an official comment on the sudden news of his death.
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