Remembering Niels Arestrup on the first Anniversary of his death

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Paris
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It has been exactly one year since Niels Arestrup died in Ville-d'Avray on December 1, 2024 at the age of 75. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Today, fans of Niels Arestrup (War Horse, A Prophet, The Beat That My Heart Skipped, ...) along with the rest of the film industry have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Arestrup, a cultural icon

Born in Montreuil on February 8, 1949, Niels Arestrup's career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Arestrup was not just a great actor, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

In 2009 he touched the hearts of millions as César Luciani in ‘A Prophet’. His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique heritage.

It's been one year since the tragic loss of Niels Arestrup and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Niels Arestrup 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 Niels Arestrup.

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