French actor Alain Delon in a still from the film 'Purple Noon,' based on the Patricia Highsmith novel 'The Talented Mr. Ripley' and directed by Rene Clement, 1960
Alain Delon.
  • Alain Delon, who starred in some of the greatest European films of the '60s and '70s, has died.
  • According to a statement shared by Delon's family, he died "peacefully" at his home. He was 88.
  • Following a stroke in 2019, Delon's children have been embroiled in a public dispute over his care.

French actor Alain Delon has died aged 88, his family said.

Delon died at his home in Douchy, central France, according to a statement his children gave to the French news agency AFP on Sunday.

"Alain Fabien, Anouchka, Anthony, as well as (his dog) Loubo, are deeply saddened to announce the passing of their father," the statement said.