French Actress Nadia Farès Dies at 57
French actress Nadia Farès, known for her role in The Crimson Rivers, has passed away at the age of 57. She was found unconscious in a swimming pool in Paris last week and subsequently fell into a coma after experiencing cardiac arrest. Her death was announced by her daughters, Cylia and Shana Chasman, who expressed their deep sorrow.
Nadia Farès: A Talented Artist
Cylia and Shana shared their heartbreaking news with Agence France-Presse, stating, “France has lost a great artist, but for us, it is above all a mother that we have just lost.” In an emotional tribute on Instagram, Cylia reflected on the profound impact her mother had on her life.
Career Highlights
Nadia Farès began her acting journey in 1990 with a single episode in the television series Navarro. Her film debut came in 1992 with My Wife’s Girlfriends. Throughout her career, she appeared in several notable productions, including:
- Tell Me Yes… (1995)
- The Crimson Rivers (2000)
- War (2007)
- Marseille (2016-2018)
- Luther (2021)
- Toujours possible (scheduled for 2025)
In 2002, she married producer Steve Chasman. Farès took a break from acting in 2009, relocating to the United States with her husband.
A New Chapter Ahead
Farès was scheduled to direct and co-write her first feature film this September. She expressed excitement about the project in a January profile with Gala, mentioning that her team was collaborating on an action comedy with Studios TF1.
Legacy and Survivors
Nadia Farès leaves behind her daughters, Cylia and Shana, who will continue to cherish her memory. The loss of this celebrated artist has resonated deeply across France and beyond.
