a final tribute for the actor

Remembering Michel Blanc: A Celebration of Laughter and Life

Published on 10/10/2024 at 22:44

Ah, Michel Blanc – the man who could crack a smile on a sad day, or make a funeral feel like a stand-up gig. Well, in Paris this afternoon, his funeral is less about mourning and more about throwing a jolly old celebration of a life well-lived. Apparently, his family has called it a “joyful moment,” and they’re not just referring to the mini pastries at the wake!

A Grand Farewell at Saint-Eustache

The ceremony is set to take place in the illustrious Saint-Eustache church, where around 700 people are expected to noodle in to pay their respects. We’re talking about relatives, friends, and a veritable who’s who from the world of entertainment. If you thought your family reunion was big, try throwing in some of the original members of the Splendid troupe and then compare notes.

Now, it wouldn’t be a proper tribute to Michel without his cheeky grin. Two portraits of the man were hung on the church’s facade, showcasing that classic blend of mischief and sweetness that had French audiences chuckling for half a century. It’s almost like his visage was saying, “I might be gone, but your punchlines live on!”

Emotional Moments and Outdoor Broadcasting

For those who can’t squeeze inside – or, let’s be honest, those who just love a good eavesdrop – fans can catch the ceremony broadcast outside with the help of loudspeakers. Who knew that even in death, the man still knows how to reach an audience? One fan expressed, “We will miss him, it’s a part of me that is leaving,” which is rather poignant until you remember that almost everyone is just here for the free snacks and occasionally dampened spirits.

However, it’s not all just chuckles and pastries – his family and the Splendid troupe are expected to share touching tributes. Jean-Pierre Améris, one of the final directors to work with Michel, reflected on the impact of his comedic genius, describing him as “a man who made us laugh, who did us good.” Well said, Jean-Pierre! If laughter is the best medicine, then Michel was essentially a walking pharmacist.

Conclusion: The Legacy Lives On

As the world gathers to celebrate Michel Blanc today, let’s remember him not with tears, but with tales of laughter and fond memories. Because if there’s one thing we learned from Michel, it’s that life’s too short to take seriously – even death, apparently!

Watch the full report in the video above – and perhaps keep a box of tissues or a good punchline handy!

Published on 10/10/2024 22:44

Video duration: 2 min Michel Blanc The funeral of Michel Blanc takes place in Paris, Thursday October 10 afternoon. A moment that the actor’s family and loved ones wish to be joyful. (France 2)

The funeral of Michel Blanc takes place in Paris, Thursday October 10 afternoon. A moment that the actor’s family and loved ones wish to be joyful.

The funeral of Michel Blanc takes place in the Saint-Eustache church in Paris, Thursday October 10: 700 people are expected, relatives, friends, as well as the world of entertainment. Two portraits of the actor were hung on the facade of the church Thursday morning. With his smile full of mischief and gentleness, Michel Blanc has enchanted generations of French people for fifty years.

Fans will be able to watch the ceremony broadcast outside, using loudspeakers. On the square, several people share their emotion. “We will miss him, it’s a part of me that is leaving,” says a man. His family and his lifelong accomplices, the Splendid troupe, hoped that this last farewell would be joyful. The Splendid actors are all expected to speak on Thursday afternoon in the church. Jean-Pierre Améris, one of the last directors to have worked with Michel Blanc, pays tribute to “a man who made us laugh, who did us good.”

Watch the full report in the video above.