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French legendary actor Alain Delon has passed away

On August 18 local time, French film legend Alain Delon passed away at the age of 88.

Alain Delon's three children released a statement saying that he "left peacefully at home, surrounded by his three children and family."

Alain Delon began his acting career in 1957 and participated in many well-known films, including "Rocco and His Brothers", "The Black Tulip", "You're a Devil" and others. He created many unforgettable roles with the unique "Alain Delon style" and the charming "Alain Delon look". His acting style was diverse, and his works covered various types.

The 1975 action film "Zorro" was one of Alain Delon's most well-known works to the audience. Especially in China, this film was introduced to China in 1978 and attracted more than 70 million viewers. The image of Zorro he played was deeply rooted in people's hearts.

Alain Delon achieved remarkable success in his acting career and won many important awards. In 1985, he won the Best Actor Award at the César Awards of French Cinema for "Our Story". In 1995, he was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Berlin Film Festival. In 2019, he received the Honorary Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.

Alain Delon's life was full of legends. He not only left a brilliant mark in the film industry, but his handsome appearance and excellent acting skills also captured the hearts of countless audiences. His passing is a huge loss to the world's film industry, but his works and image will always remain in the hearts of fans.