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Belgian Actress Émilie Dequenne Dies at 43 After Courageous Cancer Battle

The 'Rosetta' star, known for her prolific career and advocacy for cancer awareness, succumbed to a rare adrenal gland cancer on March 16, 2025.

Photomontage Le Figaro.
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Flavie Flament a rendu hommage à Émilie Dequenne dans «Télématin» sur France 2.

Overview

  • Émilie Dequenne, celebrated for her award-winning role in 'Rosetta,' passed away at the age of 43 after battling corticosurrénalome, a rare and aggressive adrenal gland cancer.
  • Diagnosed in August 2023 and publicly sharing her journey in October of that year, she used her platform to raise awareness about the disease and its challenges.
  • Her career spanned nearly 50 films, earning her accolades such as a César and three Magritte awards for her versatile and impactful performances.
  • Her final public appearance was at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, where she celebrated the 25th anniversary of 'Rosetta' and promoted her last film, 'Survivre.'
  • Her funeral is scheduled for March 26, 2025, at the Père-Lachaise crematorium in Paris, with her family requesting donations for cancer research in lieu of flowers.