A FOND ADIEU

‘Emily in Paris’ Star Dies at 69 After Health Battle

He died after a health battle that caused weakness and paralysis of the muscles.

Emily in Paris star Pierre Deny has died at the age of 69. The French TV stalwart died on Monday following complications from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), which causes muscular atrophy and paralysis over time. Deny began his career on stage in the 1980s before moving onto the screen. He appeared in more than 100 French TV films and series, including Julie Lescaut and Une femme d’honneur. He later gained international recognition for his portrayal of fashion mogul Louis de Léon in Netflix’s hit series Emily in Paris, starring Lily Collins. “It is with deep emotion that we announce the passing of Pierre Deny, which occurred this Monday following a sudden and severe case of ALS,” Deny’s daughter wrote in a statement announcing his death. In a tribute, singer and actor Sylvie Vartan said on Instagram, “It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Pierre Deny,” adding she had “shared many wonderful moments with him on stage.”