French actresses who deceased in 2003
Here are 2 famous actresses from France died in 2003:
Marie Trintignant
Marie Trintignant (January 21, 1962 Boulogne-Billancourt-August 1, 2003 Neuilly-sur-Seine) also known as Marie Joséphine Innocente Trintignant was a French actor and screenwriter. She had four children, Paul Cluzet, Roman Kolinka, Léon Othnin-Girard and Jules Benchetrit.
Trintignant began her acting career in the 1980s with small roles in films such as "Zanzibar" and "L'été prochain". She gained critical acclaim in the 1990s with roles in "Les Bêtises" and "Le Cousin", for which she was nominated for a César Award. Trintignant also worked as a screenwriter, co-writing the screenplay for the film "It's Easier for a Camel..." with her ex-husband, Samuel Benchetrit. Tragically, she passed away in 2003 at the age of 41, after being beaten into a coma by her partner at the time. Her death sparked national discussion on domestic violence in France.
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Yvette Etiévant
Yvette Etiévant (December 30, 1922 Paris-March 17, 2003 France) also known as Yvette Etievant, Yvette Étiévent, Yvette Camille Hélène Etiévant Estival or Yvette Etievent was a French actor.
She was known for her roles in French films and television shows during the 1940s to 1960s. Some of her notable films include "Les Enfants Terribles" (1950), "Le Plaisir" (1952), and "Les Diaboliques" (1955). Etiévant also appeared in several stage productions in Paris during her career. She received critical acclaim for her performances in the theater, particularly for her role in the play "The Trojan Women" in 1963. In addition to her acting career, Etiévant was also a talented singer and dancer. She frequently performed in cabarets and variety shows throughout France. Etiévant remained active in the entertainment industry until the end of her life, and she was regarded as one of the most versatile and talented performers of her generation.
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