Nathalie Baye, a pillar of French cinema for almost 40 years, has passed away at the age of 77. The news of her death on April 17 due to a degenerative disease was met with tributes from various sources across the globe. Known for her roles in iconic French films like “Une liaison pornographique” and “Préjudice,” Baye won four César awards and was praised by Italian newspapers like La Stampa and Il Giornale as one of the most recognizable figures in contemporary French cinema.
In Brazil, O Globo hailed Baye as a prominent figure in European cinema, while American media outlets like Variety and Deadline highlighted her English-language roles in films like “Downton Abbey II” and “Catch Me if You Can.” The Lebanese newspaper L’Orient-le jour also paid tribute to Baye, acknowledging her as a legend of French cinema loved by a new generation of filmmakers.
Baye’s legacy extends beyond her acting career, as she left a lasting impact on the film industry worldwide. [Read more on Courrier international]
