
Claudia Cardinale, an iconic Italian film actress, has passed away, according to The Hollywood Reporter. She was 87.
Claudia Cardinale Has Passed Away

Her agent, Laurent Savry, shared the news of Cardinale’s passing. France24 reports that Cardinale passed away near Paris and in the presence of her children. No other details were shared about her passing.
“She leaves us the legacy of a free and inspired woman both as a woman and as an artiste,” Savry said in her statement to France24.
She was born in Tunis, Tunisia, on April 15, 1938. Cardinale boasts a long and successful film career, with over 120 acting credits to her name. She rose to fame in the 1960s, starring in films such as “The Pink Panther,” “8 1/2,” and “Once Upon a Time in the West.”
‘Once Upon a Time in the West’ Actress Remembered
The Washington Post wrote a post on X saying, “Claudia Cardinale, an actress who brought an ethereal allure to 1960s world cinema, died Tuesday in Nemours, France, outside Paris. She was 87.”
On X, James Kenney wrote, “R.I.P. to the exquisite Claudia Cardinale, who had the best smile in 20th century cinema.”
Film historian and writer, James L. Neibaur wrote, “SAD FAREWELL – Claudia Cardinale She was in some of my favorite films including Big Deal on Madonna Street, Once Upon a Time in the West, 8 1/2 and Rocco and His Brothers. She was so beautiful. Claudia has passed away at age 87. RIP.”
“Iâm devastated about the loss of Claudia Cardinale. Breathtaking and underrated, Iâve been excited to feature her in my book. She starred in so many films defining the 60s like 8 1/2, PINK PANTHER, and A FINE PAIR. She was also a champion for vegetarians! Sheâll be so missed,” wrote Samantha Richardson on X.
“CultFilms are saddened by the passing of Claudia Cardinale (1938â2025), one of the brightest lights of European cinema. In 8½ she became the ideal of Felliniâs imagination, timeless and unforgettable. Buonanotte, Claudia,” wrote the CultFilms account on X.
Charles Bronson Tweets wrote the tribute, “RIP to the legendary Claudia Cardinale. “Once Upon a Time in the West” would of been nothing without her.”
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