On Saturday, April 18, 2026, Nathalie Baye passed away at the age of 77 due to Lewy body disease. Many personalities paid tribute to the four-time César-winning actress, highlighting her kindness and joy of living. Jean-Louis Borloo, one of the men who shared his life with Baye, recalled with tenderness their time together. The former minister reminisced about the simple life that his former partner cherished, stating, “She loved the transition between filming – where everyone takes care of you – and when it ends, you come home, grab your bag, and go shopping. She loved that life.”
Borloo recounted Baye as an “extremely exceptional human being” during an interview with TF1, emphasizing her commitment to making others happy. After a tumultuous romance with Johnny Hallyday from 1982 to 1986, Baye met Borloo and shared a discreet life together from the late 1980s to the late 1990s.
Over social media, various personalities, including Richard Berry and Catherine Benguigui, praised Baye’s radiant personality and sense of humor, remembering her fondly. Director Éli Chouraqui also expressed his grief over her passing. The article was composed in collaboration with 6médias.
