French film star Alain Delon dies aged 88

Celebrated actor and star of Plein Soleil and Le Samourai has died, his children have said

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Alain Delon, the celebrated actor who starred in a string of classic films such as Plein Soleil, Le Samourai and Rocco and His Brothers, has died aged 88, his children have told French media.

Alain Fabien, Anouchka, Anthony, as well as [his dog] Loubo, are deeply saddened to announce the passing of their father. He passed away peacefully in his home in Douchy, surrounded by his three children and his family," they said in a statement, adding that the family asked for privacy.