Capucine, the French actress and fashion model, passed away on March 17, 1990. She died by suicide after a long battle with illness and depression.
Born as Germaine Hélène Irène Lefebvre on January 6, 1928, in Saint-Raphaël, Var, France, Capucine achieved international fame through her work in film and fashion. She began her career as a model in France and quickly became a prominent figure in the fashion world, working with renowned designers such as Givenchy.
Her transition to the film industry was marked by her role in the 1960 film “Song Without End,” but she is perhaps best known for her performance in “The Pink Panther” (1963), where she starred alongside Peter Sellers. Capucine’s film career spanned several decades, with roles in both European and American films.
Despite her success on screen, Capucine’s personal life was fraught with challenges. She struggled with mental health issues for many years and her health deteriorated over time. Her death in Lausanne, Switzerland, was a tragic end to the life of a woman who had graced the screen with elegance and wit. Her legacy, however, lives on through her memorable performances and her contribution to the fashion and film industries.