Challenges in the Life of Alain Delon in a Detailed Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 26, 2025

A closer look at the defining struggles that shaped Alain Delon's life and career.

Alain Delon is a French actor, producer, screenwriter, singer, and businessman recognized as a major cultural and cinematic figure of the 20th century. Rising to prominence in the late 1950s, he became a leading European actor and international sex symbol. Delon's style, appearance, and iconic roles cemented his enduring popularity and status as a significant figure in French culture.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals Legacy & Impact

October 1968: Bodyguard found dead, investigation ensues

In October 1968, the body of Stefan Marković, Alain Delon's bodyguard, was found in Élancourt, Yvelines. Alain Delon and François Marcantoni were investigated, partly due to a letter from Marković implicating them in the event of his death. The investigation involved former French Prime Minister Georges Pompidou.

1969: Conviction for assaulting photographer

In 1969, Alain Delon was convicted in absentia and sentenced to four months in jail by an Italian court for assaulting an Italian photographer.

June 2019: Delon suffered a stroke

In June 2019, Alain Delon suffered a stroke and was admitted to hospital after experiencing dizziness and headaches.

August 2019: Recovering in a Swiss hospital

In August 2019, Alain Delon was recovering in a Swiss hospital following his stroke.

2019: Cognitive tests conducted on Alain Delon after stroke

In 2019, after suffering a stroke, Alain Delon underwent five cognitive tests between 2019 and 2022, the results of which were allegedly concealed from the family according to his son, Anthony.

September 2022: Began experimental treatment for lymphoma

In September 2022, Alain Delon began experimental treatment for a slow-progressing lymphoma.

2022: Cognitive tests conducted on Alain Delon after stroke

In 2022, Alain Delon underwent five cognitive tests between 2019 and 2022, the results of which were allegedly concealed from the family according to his son, Anthony.

July 2023: Complaint filed against Hiromi Rollin

In July 2023, Alain Delon's children filed a complaint against Hiromi Rollin, alleging psychological harassment, interception of correspondence, animal cruelty, intentional violence, unlawful confinement, and abuse of weakness. A preliminary investigation was opened. Hiromi Rollin disputed the allegations and planned to file a complaint against the Delon family. Ultimately, the complaints were dismissed due to insufficiently characterized offenses, but further legal actions were anticipated.

2023: Children evict Hiromi Rollin

In mid-2023, Alain Delon's children united to successfully evict his former companion Hiromi Rollin, accusing her of abusing their father.

2023: Children stopped lymphoma treatment

In the summer of 2023, Alain Delon's three children made the decision to stop his experimental lymphoma treatment because it was weakening him.

January 2024: Complaint filed against son Anthony

In January 2024, Alain Delon filed a complaint against his son Anthony following an interview in Paris Match magazine where Anthony discussed his father's health and accused Anouchka of inheritance manipulation. Anthony also filed a police report against Anouchka for not sharing negative cognitive test results of their father.

January 2024: Delon's Poor Health and Family Feud

In January 2024, Alain Delon was reported to be in poor health, living a reclusive life at his estate. A public feud erupted between his children regarding his health, with accusations of lying and manipulation surrounding his cognitive tests.

February 2024: Police raid and firearm seizure at Delon's home

On February 26, 2024, police raided Alain Delon's home and seized 72 firearms and 3,000 rounds of ammunition, as he was not authorized to own a firearm.

March 2024: Anouchka Delon sues her brothers for invasion of privacy

On March 29, 2024, Anouchka Delon sued her brothers for invasion of privacy after a recording of a conversation between her and her father was broadcast on Instagram in January 2024. The trial date is set for April 2025.

April 2024: Alain Delon placed under reinforced guardianship

In April 2024, Alain Delon was placed under reinforced guardianship by judicial decision, following a hearing at the Montargis court. This measure follows a period during which Delon had already been placed under guardianship since January 25, granting the curator the power to manage his expenses.