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Tragic Loss of French-Moroccan Actress Nadia Farès at 57

PUBLISHED April 18, 2026
Tragic Loss of French-Moroccan Actress Nadia Farès at 57

In a heartbreaking turn of events, the talented French-Moroccan actress Nadia Farès has tragically passed away at the age of 57 following a swimming pool accident in Paris. The news was conveyed by her daughters, Celia and Chana Chassman, who expressed their profound sorrow and referred to their mother as "a great artist who left her own mark on cinema." This tragic incident unfolded on April 11, when Farès was discovered unconscious at the bottom of a private club pool located in the 9th arrondissement of Paris.

Witness accounts suggest that she was found submerged in a position reminiscent of yoga, which raised immediate concerns before emergency services were alerted. Upon their arrival, Farès was swiftly transported to a nearby hospital where she was placed in an induced coma. Unfortunately, her condition worsened, leading to her untimely demise. Farès was born in Marrakech in 1968 and emerged as a significant figure in French cinema starting in the 1990s. She starred in several acclaimed films, including the notable "Crimson Rivers" and "The Nest," and gained recognition for her role in the popular Netflix series "Marseille." Throughout her career, she collaborated with esteemed directors like Alexandre Arcady and Claude Lelouch, solidifying her status as a respected artist in the film industry.

As reported by en.hespress.com.

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