Émilie Dequenne, the acclaimed Belgian actress and Cannes Film Festival winner, has tragically passed away at the age of 43 after a battle with cancer.
Cannes Champion Émilie Dequenne Passes Away at 43
Cannes Champion Émilie Dequenne Passes Away at 43
Tributes pour in for the Belgian actress renowned for her powerful performances in cinema.
With breakout acclaim at 18 for her role in "Rosetta," Dequenne garnered significant recognition throughout her career, earning multiple awards including another Cannes accolade for "À Perdre la Raison" in 2012, and a Cesar award for "Les Choses Qu'on Dit, les Choses Qu'on Fait" in 2021. Primarily known for her roles in French-language films, she also appeared in the BBC series "The Missing" as Officer Laurence Relaud.
In "Rosetta," directed by Luc and Jean-Pierre Dardenne, she embodied a teenager's arduous journey through hardship, a role which marked her big break after a period of unemployment in a food factory. The Dardenne brothers praised her talent, stating she brought energy and brilliance to the film, which would go on to win the prestigious Palme d'Or at Cannes.
Last year, Dequenne graced the Cannes red carpet once again, continuing to inspire her audience. Her passing has resonated throughout the film community, with French Minister of Culture Rachida Dati paying tribute, acknowledging the irreplaceable loss to Francophone cinema.
In October 2023, Dequenne revealed her diagnosis of adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC), a rare form of cancer affecting the adrenal glands. In her final Instagram post for World Cancer Day in February, she spoke candidly about her challenging journey, underscoring her determination amidst adversity.
In "Rosetta," directed by Luc and Jean-Pierre Dardenne, she embodied a teenager's arduous journey through hardship, a role which marked her big break after a period of unemployment in a food factory. The Dardenne brothers praised her talent, stating she brought energy and brilliance to the film, which would go on to win the prestigious Palme d'Or at Cannes.
Last year, Dequenne graced the Cannes red carpet once again, continuing to inspire her audience. Her passing has resonated throughout the film community, with French Minister of Culture Rachida Dati paying tribute, acknowledging the irreplaceable loss to Francophone cinema.
In October 2023, Dequenne revealed her diagnosis of adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC), a rare form of cancer affecting the adrenal glands. In her final Instagram post for World Cancer Day in February, she spoke candidly about her challenging journey, underscoring her determination amidst adversity.
