Remembering Patrice Laffont

By Lori Macatee
Paris
Last updated on August 7, 2024

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Patrice Laffont died on August 7, 2024 at the age of 83. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed television hosts of his generation.

Fans of Patrice Laffont (Des chiffres et des lettres, Fort Boyard, ...) along with the rest of the entertainment world have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Laffont, a cultural icon

Born in Marseille on August 21, 1940, Patrice Laffont's career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Laffont was not just a great television host, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

His legacy will continue to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique heritage.

Although Patrice Laffont 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 Patrice Laffont.