Overview

• Olivier Todd, a prominent French journalist and author, died at the age of 95, as confirmed by his son, historian Emmanuel Todd.
• Born in 1929 near Paris, Todd had a distinguished career, contributing to outlets like the BBC, Le Nouvel Observateur, and later serving as deputy editor-in-chief at L’Express.
• He authored acclaimed biographies of figures such as Albert Camus, Jacques Brel, and André Malraux, with his Camus biography earning multiple literary awards in 1996.
• Todd was celebrated for his intellectual honesty, courage, and talent, with tributes from colleagues describing him as a mentor and a model for journalistic integrity.
• His work spanned diverse topics, including war reporting, cultural interviews, and investigations, leaving a lasting impact on journalism and literature.