French actress Nadia Farès has died at the age of 57. The performer, best known internationally for her role in the 2000 thriller "The Crimson Rivers," passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, after being found unconscious in a swimming pool in Paris a week prior. She had remained in a coma since the incident.
Her death was confirmed by her family and representatives. Born in 1969, Farès built a career spanning film and television, with notable roles in projects like "The Nest" (2002) and "The French Revolution" (1989).
The circumstances of the pool accident are under investigation by local authorities. No foul play is currently suspected. The news has prompted an outpouring of tributes from colleagues and fans across the French film industry and beyond.
Farès is survived by her family. Details regarding memorial services have not yet been made public.
