Tributes paid to award-winning French actor after death aged 77

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20 Apr 2026 • 4:02 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • French actor Nathalie Baye, celebrated for her versatility and charm, has died in Paris at the age of 77.
  • Her family confirmed she passed away on Friday from a neurodegenerative disease.
  • French President Emmanuel Macron led tributes, stating she "accompanied the past decades of French cinema" and was much loved.
  • Baye featured in over 80 films across five decades, earning two César awards for best actress.
  • Her notable works include François Truffaut's "Day for Night," Steven Spielberg's "Catch Me If You Can," "Venus Beauty Institute," and "The Young Lieutenant."

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