Early Life and Education of Alain Delon: A Complete Timeline
An overview of the childhood and early education of Alain Delon, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.
Alain Delon is a French actor, film producer, screenwriter, singer, and businessman recognized as a major cultural and cinematic figure of the 20th century. He rose to prominence in the mid-1950s and became an international sex symbol and one of the most recognizable figures in French culture. His style, appearance, and roles solidified his status as an enduring international icon.
March 1904: Birth of François Fabien Delon
François Fabien Delon, Alain Delon's father, was born in March 1904.
April 1911: Birth of Édith Marie Suzanne Arnold
Édith Marie Suzanne Arnold, Alain Delon's mother, was born in April 1911.
November 1935: Birth of Alain Delon
Alain Delon was born on November 8, 1935. He became a renowned French actor, film producer, screenwriter, singer, and businessman.
1939: Delon's Parents' Divorce
In 1939, Alain Delon's parents divorced when he was four years old, leading to significant changes in his family life.
1945: Witness to Pierre Laval's Execution
In 1945, while living with a foster family, Alain Delon heard the execution of wartime collaborator Pierre Laval, an event that left a lasting impression.
1953: Service in the Bormette Signals School
In 1953, Alain Delon continued his service at the Bormette Signals School after a stint at the Pont-Réan Maritime Training Centre.
1956: Return to France After Naval Service
In 1956, Alain Delon returned to France after his naval service, facing an uncertain future and disconnecting from his parents.
April 1958: Meeting Romy Schneider
On April 10, 1958, Alain Delon met Romy Schneider for the first time at Orly airport in Paris to play her male partner in Christine, marking the beginning of a tumultuous relationship.
March 1959: Engagement to Romy Schneider
On 20 March 1959, Alain Delon became engaged to actress Romy Schneider, whom he met while co-starring in the film 'Christine'.
1961: Family Reconnection
In 1961, Alain Delon's younger brother, Jean-François Delon, reconnected with him after seeing his name on a Rocco and His Brothers poster.
1963: Meeting Francine Canovas (Nathalie Barthélémy)
In 1963, Alain Delon met Francine Canovas, who later became Nathalie Barthélémy, and was also involved in an affair with Marisa Mell.
August 1964: Marriage to Nathalie Barthélémy
On 13 August 1964, Alain Delon married Francine Canovas (Nathalie Barthélémy) due to her pregnancy.
September 1964: Birth of Son Anthony Delon
On 30 September 1964, Alain Delon's son, Anthony Delon, was born.
1964: Relationship with Romy Schneider ended
In 1964, Alain Delon and Romy Schneider ended their relationship.
1967: Delon Files for Divorce
In 1967, Alain Delon filed for divorce from Nathalie Barthélémy.
August 1968: Meeting Mireille Darc
In August 1968, Alain Delon met Mireille Darc during the shooting of the film Jeff.
October 1968: Discovery of Stefan Marković's Body
In October 1968, the body of Stefan Marković, Delon's bodyguard, was found. This led to an investigation involving Delon and François Marcantoni and implicated Georges Pompidou.
February 1969: Divorce from Nathalie Delon
On 14 February 1969, Alain Delon and Nathalie Delon divorced.
1969: Delon's Letter to de Gaulle
In 1969, after de Gaulle's resignation, Alain Delon wrote him a letter expressing his pride in being French because of de Gaulle.
1969: The Marković Affair
In 1969, while making 'La Piscine,' the body of Delon's bodyguard Stefan Marković was found, leading to the "Marković affair," a scandal involving claims of sex parties and implicating Delon and members of the French government.
1974: Delon Supported Valéry Giscard d'Estaing
In 1974, Alain Delon supported the center-right candidate Valéry Giscard d'Estaing in his successful presidential campaign.
1979: Diversified Business Activities
In 1979, Delon stated that films only accounted for a quarter of his business activities, and he also had interests in helicopters, furniture, prize fights, and horse racing.
1981: Delon Supported Valéry Giscard d'Estaing Again
In 1981, Alain Delon supported Valéry Giscard d'Estaing in his failed attempt to be reelected.
1982: Relationship with Mireille Darc ended
In 1982, Alain Delon's relationship with Mireille Darc ended.
1987: Meeting Rosalie van Breemen
In 1987, Alain Delon met Rosalie van Breemen on the set of his music video and started a relationship.
1988: Delon Supported Raymond Barre
In 1988, Alain Delon gave his support to Raymond Barre.
November 1990: Birth of Anouchka Delon
On 25 November 1990, Alain Delon's daughter, Anouchka Delon, was born.
March 1994: Birth of Alain-Fabien Delon
On 18 March 1994, Alain Delon's son, Alain-Fabien Delon, was born.
1997: Decision to Give Up Acting
In 1997, Alain Delon announced his decision to give up acting.
1999: Acquisition of Swiss citizenship
In 1999, Alain Delon acquired Swiss citizenship, marking a change in his nationality.
2001: Relationship with Rosalie van Breemen ended
In 2001, Alain Delon's relationship with Rosalie van Breemen ended.
2007: Delon Supported Nicolas Sarkozy
In 2007, Alain Delon gave his support to Nicolas Sarkozy.
2013: Delon Expressed Sympathy for National Front
During an interview in 2013, Alain Delon expressed sympathy for the French far-right National Front's electoral successes.
2017: Delon Endorsed François Fillon
In 2017, Alain Delon endorsed the Gaullist candidate François Fillon, but did not vote in the second run-off.
2018: Delon Denied Voting for Marine Le Pen
In 2018, Alain Delon denied having ever voted for Marine Le Pen.
June 2019: Delon Suffered a Stroke
In June 2019, Alain Delon suffered a stroke and was admitted to hospital.
August 2019: Delon Recovering in Swiss Hospital
In August 2019, Alain Delon was recovering in a Swiss hospital after suffering a stroke.
2019: Cognitive Tests Conducted after Stroke
In 2019, Alain Delon underwent cognitive tests after suffering a severe stroke.
July 2021: TV5Monde Interview After Strokes
In July 2021, Alain Delon stated in an interview on TV5Monde, his first since having two strokes, that he planned to act in one more film.
2021: Delon Expressed Support for Euthanasia
In a 2021 interview with Paris Match, Alain Delon expressed support for euthanasia.
September 2022: Delon Began Experimental Treatment for Lymphoma
In September 2022, Alain Delon began experimental treatment for a slow-progressing lymphoma.
September 2022: Interview with President Zelensky
In September 2022, Alain Delon interviewed Ukrainian President Zelensky on TV5Monde, expressing his support for the Ukrainian people.
2022: Delon Endorsed Valérie Pécresse
In 2022, Alain Delon endorsed Valérie Pécresse, calling her "the only woman he wants to be president".
2022: Cognitive Tests Conducted after Stroke
In 2022, Alain Delon underwent cognitive tests after suffering a severe stroke.
2022: Delon's Wish Regarding Life Support Revealed
In 2022, Alain Delon's son Anthony revealed that Alain Delon wanted to be removed from life support if he were to succumb to a coma, and had asked Anthony to fulfill his request.
2022: Invited to Ukraine by Zelenskyy
In 2022, the 86-year-old Alain Delon was invited by Volodymyr Zelenskyy to travel to Ukraine.
2023: Children Stopped Experimental Treatment
In 2023, Alain Delon's three children made the decision to stop his experimental treatment for lymphoma.
April 2024: Delon Placed Under Reinforced Guardianship
In April 2024, Alain Delon, weakened by cancer, was placed under reinforced guardianship following a court hearing. This measure granted the curator power to manage his expenses, after being placed under guardianship since January 25th.
August 2024: Death of Alain Delon
Alain Delon died on August 18, 2024. He was a French actor, film producer, screenwriter, singer, and businessman.
