Émilie Dequenne, a celebrated Belgian actress known for her roles in French cinema, has died at the age of 43 after battling cancer. Her remarkable talent won her multiple prestigious awards, including a Cannes Film Festival honor for her performance in "Rosetta."**
Beloved Belgian Actress Émilie Dequenne Passes Away at 43**
Beloved Belgian Actress Émilie Dequenne Passes Away at 43**
The acclaimed star of "Rosetta" and "The Missing" succumbs to cancer, leaving a lasting impact on cinema.**
In a poignant loss for the world of cinema, Émilie Dequenne, the esteemed Belgian actress famous for her compelling performances, has died from cancer at the age of 43. Dequenne gained widespread acclaim when she claimed the best actress award at the Cannes Film Festival for her breakout role in the film "Rosetta" in 1999. The film, which tells the harrowing story of a teenager striving to overcome her challenging circumstances, was directed by the Dardenne brothers and won the prestigious Palme d’or.
Her talent shone brightly throughout her career, which included another Cannes award for "À Perdre la Raison" (Our Children) in 2012, as well as a César Award for her role in "Les Choses Qu'on Dit, les Choses Qu'on Fait" (The Things We Say, the Things We Do) in 2021. Although she predominantly appeared in French films, Dequenne also showcased her versatility in the BBC drama "The Missing" in 2014, where she played police officer Laurence Relaud.
Recalling their collaboration, Luc Dardenne noted how Dequenne brought an exceptional energy and professionalism to the set of "Rosetta." He remarked, “The first day she filmed in front of a real camera, she managed to bring the whole team together... She was magnificent and the film owes a lot to her.”
In her later films, Dequenne continued to impress audiences, with notable works including "La fille du RER" (2009), "Pas Son Genre" (2014), and the 2022 Cannes nominee "Close." Following her passing, tributes poured in from various corners, including French Minister of Culture Rachida Dati, who mourned the loss of such a talented actress who brought life to Francophone cinema.
In October 2023, Dequenne revealed her diagnosis of adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC), a form of cancer affecting the adrenal gland. She bravely documented her fight against this illness on social media, sharing her experiences and struggles. Her last Instagram post in February for World Cancer Day reflected her resilience, saying: “What a tough fight! And we don't choose...”
Her talent shone brightly throughout her career, which included another Cannes award for "À Perdre la Raison" (Our Children) in 2012, as well as a César Award for her role in "Les Choses Qu'on Dit, les Choses Qu'on Fait" (The Things We Say, the Things We Do) in 2021. Although she predominantly appeared in French films, Dequenne also showcased her versatility in the BBC drama "The Missing" in 2014, where she played police officer Laurence Relaud.
Recalling their collaboration, Luc Dardenne noted how Dequenne brought an exceptional energy and professionalism to the set of "Rosetta." He remarked, “The first day she filmed in front of a real camera, she managed to bring the whole team together... She was magnificent and the film owes a lot to her.”
In her later films, Dequenne continued to impress audiences, with notable works including "La fille du RER" (2009), "Pas Son Genre" (2014), and the 2022 Cannes nominee "Close." Following her passing, tributes poured in from various corners, including French Minister of Culture Rachida Dati, who mourned the loss of such a talented actress who brought life to Francophone cinema.
In October 2023, Dequenne revealed her diagnosis of adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC), a form of cancer affecting the adrenal gland. She bravely documented her fight against this illness on social media, sharing her experiences and struggles. Her last Instagram post in February for World Cancer Day reflected her resilience, saying: “What a tough fight! And we don't choose...”
