Anouk Aimée, Iconic Actress of 'A Man and a Woman', Passes Away at 92

Entertainment | June 18, 2024, 12:36 p.m.

French film actress Anouk Aimée, best known for her role in Claude Lelouch's acclaimed romance "A Man and a Woman," passed away at the age of 92 in her home in Paris. Her daughter, Manuela Papatakis, confirmed the news on social media. Before her iconic role in "A Man and a Woman," Aimée had already made a mark in international cinema, starring in Federico Fellini's classics "La Dolce Vita" and "8 ½." However, it was her portrayal of an emotionally reserved widow who falls in love with a racecar driver that solidified her place as an international sex symbol. The low-budget project went on to win an Oscar for best foreign film, with Aimée's on-screen chemistry with co-star Jean-Louis Trintignant and the unforgettable kiss scene becoming legendary in cinema history. Anouk Aimée's legacy as a talented and enigmatic actress will live on through her timeless performances.