Remembering Francis Blanche on the 50th Anniversary of his death

  • By Lori Macatee
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Remembering Francis Blanche, 50 Years Later

It has been exactly 50 long years since Francis Blanche died in Paris on July 6, 1974 at the age of 52. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Today, fans of Francis Blanche (The Great Spy Chase, Monsieur Gangster, ...) along with the rest of the film industry have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Blanche, a cultural icon

Born Francis Jean Blanche in Paris on July 20, 1921, his career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Blanche was not just a great actor, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

In 1963 he touched the hearts of millions as Maître Folace in ‘Monsieur Gangster’. His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique heritage.

It's been 50 years since the tragic loss of Francis Blanche and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Francis Blanche is no longer physically here, his presence is more powerful than ever. He left a void that has yet to be filled.

In memory of the Late Great Francis Blanche.

Francis Blanche career in pictures

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