Nadia Farès, ‘The Crimson Rivers’ Star, Passes Away at 57
Nadia Farès, a beloved Moroccan French actress known for her role in “The Crimson Rivers,” has passed away at the age of 57. Her family announced the sad news following her tragic incident last week, where she was found unconscious in a swimming pool. The cause of death has been confirmed as cardiac arrest.
Life and Career of Nadia Farès
Born on December 20, 1968, in Marrakesh, Nadia Farès was raised in Nice before moving to Paris to chase her dreams in cinema. She gained widespread recognition for her performance in the acclaimed 2000 thriller “The Crimson Rivers,” directed by Mathieu Kassovitz. In this film, she shared the screen with notable actors Jean Reno and Vincent Cassel.
Early Career and Major Works
- First film role: “Les amies de ma femme” (1992)
- Starring roles in action film “War” alongside Jet Li and Jason Statham
- Featured in horror film “Storm Warning”
In 2009, Farès took a break from acting and relocated to the United States after marrying American producer Steve Chasman. She later returned to the screen in 2016 with the Netflix drama series “Marseille.” Following her separation from Chasman in 2022, she moved back to France.
A Bright Future
Recently, Farès was preparing to direct and write her first feature film. She was collaborating with Studio TF1 on an action comedy and expressed her excitement about the project in an interview published earlier this year.
Health Challenges
Nadia Farès faced several health challenges throughout her life. She underwent brain surgery in 2007 due to an aneurysm, which she described as a “ticking time bomb.” In the subsequent years, she had three additional heart surgeries.
Final Days and Investigation
On April 11, 2023, she was discovered unresponsive at a private club’s pool in the 9th arrondissement of Paris. Emergency responders performed CPR and transported her to Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital, where she entered an induced coma. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding her injuries, and CCTV footage from the location is being reviewed.
Nadia’s family expressed their profound sorrow, stating, “France has lost a great artist, but for us, it is above all a mother that we have just lost.” A touching tribute from her daughter, Cylia Chasman, highlights the deep impact her mother had on those who loved her.
As the entertainment world mourns her loss, Nadia Farès will be remembered for her talent and contributions to cinema, particularly in memorable films like “The Crimson Rivers.”
