Claudia Cardinale, iconic star of silver screen, passes away

What is known about Claudia Cardinale's death

She passed away on September 23, 2025, in Nemours, France. Her family confirmed the sad news.

The official cause of death has not been disclosed. However, according to media reports, the actress died of natural causes, surrounded by her close ones.

In recent years, Cardinale led a quiet life, dedicating her time to family and personal projects.

What Claudia Cardinale was famous for

Cardinale became one of the brightest figures in world cinema in the second half of the 20th century.

She appeared in more than 120 films and series, including iconic works such as "Girl with a Suitcase," "The Leopard," "Rocco and His Brothers," "Roman Holiday," "8½," and "The Pink Panther."

On set, Cardinale worked alongside stars such as Marcello Mastroianni, Henry Fonda, Marlon Brando, Alain Delon, Sean Connery, and Jean-Paul Belmondo.

Claudia Cardinale (scene from "The Pink Panther", 1963)

At the height of her popularity, the actress consciously chose to continue working mainly in Europe, turning down numerous offers from Hollywood. This only reinforced her status as a continental film star.

She actively supported women's rights and, since 2000, was a UNESCO goodwill ambassador. In 2002, she received the honorary Golden Bear at the Berlin Film Festival.

She was considered a symbol of European cinema and one of the most beautiful actresses of her time.

In 2011, the Los Angeles Times included Cardinale in the list of the fifty most beautiful women in the history of cinema.

In 2023, the Museum of Modern Art in New York dedicated a large-scale retrospective to Claudia, confirming her status as one of the most outstanding actresses in the history of world cinema.

Claudia Cardinale (still from "The String", 2009)

Earlier, we reported that Hollywood legend Robert Redford passed away.