Remembering Valérie Benguigui on the 11st Anniversary of her death

By Lori Macatee
Paris
Last updated on September 3, 2024

Remembering Valérie Benguigui, 11 Years Later

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It has been exactly 11 long years since Valérie Benguigui died in Paris on September 3, 2013 at the age of 47. As a number of online tributes attest, she was one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Today, fans of Valérie Benguigui (What's in a Name?, Palace, ...) along with the rest of the film industry have been remembering the iconic woman she was.

Benguigui, a cultural icon

Born in Paris on November 6, 1965, Valérie Benguigui's career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Benguigui was not just a great actress, she was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

In 1988 she touched the hearts of millions as Louise in ‘Palace’. Her legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering her unique heritage.

It's been 11 years since the tragic loss of Valérie Benguigui and her personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Valérie Benguigui is no longer physically here, her presence is more powerful than ever. She left a void that has yet to be filled.

In memory of the Late Great Valérie Benguigui.