Tchéky Karyo, a renowned French actor known for roles in 'The Missing,' 'La Femme Nikita,' and 'Addicted to Love,' has died at age 72 after battling cancer. He had a distinguished career spanning over four decades, with notable performances in film and television, and was celebrated as a charismatic and versatile actor. His contributions to cinema and TV, including his role as detective Julien Baptiste, are fondly remembered.
French actor Gérard Depardieu, already under investigation for alleged rape, faces a new accusation of sexual assault from a set designer on the 2022 film Les Volets Verts. The designer, named Amélie, alleges that Depardieu made offensive remarks and physically assaulted her on set. This is the second allegation of sexual misconduct during the film's shooting. Depardieu's lawyer has not commented on the new complaint. The actor is also facing previous accusations from other women, and the case is working its way through the legal system. The allegations against Depardieu have divided public opinion in France, with some expressing support for the actor and others calling for help and support for victims of sexual abuse.
French actor Gérard Depardieu is facing another sexual assault allegation as a second woman, actress Hélène Darras, has filed an official complaint against him. The complaint is related to events on the set of the 2007 film Disco. The allegations will be featured in an investigative show airing on France 2, which will also reveal footage of Depardieu making sexually inappropriate comments to a young female interpreter during a visit to North Korea in 2018. Depardieu has previously been accused by multiple women, with one case currently in court.
