Overview

• In an interview with Hörzu, the 94-year-old said there was a moment this year when he thought “Das langt jetzt” and he would have liked to let go.
• He said he must correct earlier statements about not fearing death after what he described as a very negative experience.
• He will mark 8 September with a simple dinner for eight to ten guests rather than a large celebration.
• He no longer expects to return to acting, saying he has no ambition or hope for further camera work and doubts his physical capacity.
• Reports note he lives with his wife Monique Faye in Saint-Tropez, and that three planned films were canceled during the pandemic as his public appearances dwindled.