Jean Sarrus, Founding Member of Les Charlots, Dies at 79

The actor and musician, known for his satirical songs and comedic films, passed away after a long illness at his home in Haute-Loire.

Jean Sarrus, a founding member of the French comedic group Les Charlots, died on February 19, 2025, at the age of 79 following a prolonged illness.
Sarrus gained fame for his work with Les Charlots, a group known for their satirical songs and slapstick comedies that became cultural staples in the 1970s.
He starred in all of Les Charlots' films, including the 1971 box office hit 'Les Bidasses en folie,' which drew 7 million viewers in France.
Before Les Charlots, Sarrus was part of the band Problèmes, which accompanied singer Antoine, and later collaborated with artists like Ronnie Bird and Dick Rivers.
Sarrus spent his later years in the village of Blesle, where he continued to play music and formed a new group, Les Vieilles Fripouilles, in 2017.