Most Talked-About Controversies Linked to Alain Delon

Public opinion and media debates around Alain Delon—discover key moments of controversy.

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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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.

2013: Expressed sympathy for the National Front

In 2013, Alain Delon expressed sympathy for the French far-right National Front's electoral successes.

2021: Expressed support for euthanasia

In 2021, Alain Delon expressed support for euthanasia, calling it "the most logical and natural thing".

2022: Wished to be removed from life support if in a coma

In 2022, Alain Delon's son Anthony revealed that Alain wished to be removed from life support if he were to succumb to a coma, and had asked Anthony to fulfill his request. Shortly thereafter, some news organizations reported that Delon was planning to imminently end his life through euthanasia, but the reports were adamantly denied by his son, Alain-Fabien.

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.

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.

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.