Pierre Deny, the renowned French actor who gained international popularity for his role in the series "Emily in Paris," passed away at the age of 69. His daughters confirmed the sad news through a statement.
“With deep emotion, we announce the passing of Pierre Deny this Monday, May 25, following a sudden and severe case of ALS,” expressed the actor's daughters, according to French media reports.
Born in 1956, Deny began his career in theater during the 1980s and later established himself in television and film. He participated in over a hundred productions, becoming a familiar face for the French audience.
Among his most notable works are series such as "Une femme d'honneur," "Julie Lescaut," "L'Instit," and "Joséphine, ange gardien." He was also part of "Camping Paradis" and "Braquo."
A prolific career in French television
However, his greatest exposure in France came with long-running soap operas. He appeared in over 500 episodes of "Plus belle la vie" and "Demain nous appartient," two of the country's most successful daily dramas.
Recently, Deny had gained worldwide fame with his character Louis de Léon in seasons 3 and 4 of "Emily in Paris." He played the CEO of a luxury fashion company and the father of the romantic interest of one of the main characters.
The news of his death shocked fans of the Netflix series, who remembered him for his elegant presence on screen.
