Remembering Michel Piccoli on the 4th Anniversary of his death

  • By Lori Macatee
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Remembering Michel Piccoli, 4 Years Later

It has been exactly 4 long years since Michel Piccoli died in Saint-Philbert-sur-Risle on May 12, 2020 at the age of 94. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Today, fans of Michel Piccoli (La Belle Noiseuse, May Fools, Contempt, ...) along with the rest of the film industry have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Piccoli, a cultural icon

Born in Paris on December 27, 1925, Michel Piccoli's career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Piccoli 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 Paul Javal in ‘Contempt’. His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique heritage.

It's been 4 years since the tragic loss of Michel Piccoli and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Michel Piccoli 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 Michel Piccoli.

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