Alain Delon: The Last Great Myth of French Cinema

Legendary French actor Alain Delon has died at the age of 88, leaving behind a huge void in the world of cinema. Known as the 'masculine Brigitte Bardot', Delon starred in iconic films like Purple Noon and Mr. Klein, earning the nickname 'the French Frank Sinatra'.

Despite attempts to break into Hollywood, he never achieved the same level of success as his American counterparts. Delon's personal life was just as fascinating as his career, with controversial relationships and allegations of domestic violence.

Nevertheless, he was revered by filmmakers and actors alike, with directors such as Martin Scorsese and Quentin Tarantino citing him as an influence. Delon's death has sparked an outpouring of tributes from around the world, with French President Emmanuel Macron calling him a 'French monument'.